Ange Postecoglou is a name that has become synonymous with Australian football. He is widely regarded as one of the most successful coaches in the history of the sport, having led the Socceroos to the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2015 AFC Asian Cup. But what many don’t know is that Postecoglou’s journey to success was anything but easy.
Postecoglou began his coaching career in the late 1980s, when he was appointed as the head coach of South Melbourne Hellas. He quickly established himself as one of the best coaches in the country, leading South Melbourne to three consecutive National Soccer League titles between 1996 and 1998.
However, despite his success at South Melbourne, Postecoglou was unable to find a job in the top-flight A-League when it was established in 2005. He was overlooked for the job of Socceroos coach in 2006 and instead took up a role as an assistant coach with the Melbourne Victory.
It wasn’t until 2012 that Postecoglou was finally given a chance to lead his own team in the A-League. He was appointed as the head coach of Brisbane Roar and quickly transformed them into one of the most successful teams in the league. In his first season, he led them to a record-breaking unbeaten streak of 36 matches and won back-to-back championships in 2013 and 2014.
Postecoglou’s success at Brisbane Roar earned him a call-up to lead the Socceroos in 2013. He took charge of the team during a difficult period and managed to guide them to the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2015 AFC Asian Cup. His success with the Socceroos saw him become one of the most sought-after coaches in world football and he eventually left Australia to join Japanese club Yokohama F. Marinos in 2017.
Postecoglou’s journey to success has been an inspiration to many aspiring coaches in Australia. He has shown that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible. But perhaps more importantly, he has also uncovered the “one thing missing” in Australian football – a culture of excellence and ambition. By setting high standards for himself and his teams, Postecoglou has demonstrated that it is possible to achieve success on the world stage.
Ange Postecoglou’s journey to success is an inspiring story for anyone looking to pursue a career in football. His success has shown that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible. He has also uncovered the “one thing missing” in Australian football – a culture of excellence and ambition – which will hopefully inspire future generations of coaches and players alike.
