Leading Tottenham to its first trophy in 17 years didn't prevent Ange Postecoglou from getting fired. The Australian coach was denied the chance to take Tottenham into the Champions League in the wake of winning the Europa League after the London club's leadership decided a change was necessary.

Qualify for The Champions League Then Sack the Coach originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Tottenham Hotspur's stunning sacking of Ange Postecoglou, just weeks after Europa League glory, ignites fierce debate.

The Australian manager ended Spurs trophy drought, but it was not enough to counterbalance poor league performance