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'Is it boasting?' Postecoglou defends 'second-season trophy' remark

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has defended his comment about "always" winning trophies in his second season - and says he is "amazed" and "confused" by negative reaction.

The 59-year-old made the remark following Spurs' 1-0 home defeat by north London rivals Arsenal on Sunday.

He told Sky Sports: "I'll correct myself - I don't usually win things, I always win things in my second year. Nothing's changed."

Speaking on Tuesday before Spurs' Carabao Cup game against Coventry, the former Celtic boss explained: "I just stated a fact. Am I supposed to just lie or just say it never happened?