Ange Postecoglou has released a statement after Tottenham Hotspur sacked him as manager of the club.

Ekwutosblog reports that the Premier League club had on Friday evening sacked Postecoglou.

In a statement on their website, Tottenham wished the 59-year-old all the best in the future.

However, Postecoglou has now released a statement following his exit from the club as he thanked those who supported him during his time at the club.

Recall that Postecoglou joined Tottenham from Scottish club Celtic on a four-year deal.

“When I reflect on my time as Manager of Tottenham Hotspur my overriding emotion is one of pride,” Postecoglou’s statement partly read.

“The opportunity to lead one of England’s historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime.

“That night in Bilbao was the culmination of two years of hard work, dedication and unwavering belief in a dream.

“We have also laid foundations that mean this club should not have to wait 7 more years for their next success.

“I want to thank those who were with me every day for the last two years. A fantastic group of young men who are now legends of this football club.”

Postecoglou recently led Tottenham to win the Europa League final in May.

Recall that a 1-0 win over Manchester United in Bilbao brought Tottenham a first major trophy for 17 years.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles came from behind to secure a 1-1 draw with Russia in an international friendly in Moscow.

The match took place at the Luzhniki Stadium on Friday evening.

The hosts took the lead just before the half-hour mark through an own goal by Semi Ajayi.

However, in the second half, Tolu Arokodare restored parity for Eric Chelle’s side following a misplaced pass from the Russian goalkeeper.

Nigeria will now shift their focus to the World Cup qualifiers in the coming days.

The Super Eagles are set to face Rwanda and South Africa later this year.

Prior to the Russia fixture, Nigeria won the Unity Cup after defeating Jamaica in London last weekend.

Saudi club Al-Hilal have handed Victor Osimhen a Friday deadline to respond to their transfer request.

The Blue Waves are prepared to trigger the €75m release clause in Osimhen’s contract.

The Turkish side have also dangled a contract worth €30m per season at the Nigeria international.

According to transfer expert, Ben Jacobs, Al-Hilal are optimistic of a positive answer from the striker.

The former Saudi Pro League champions first made an attempt to sign Osimhen in January 2023.

Osimhen agreed to join another Saudi club, Al-Ahli last summer, only for Napoli to ask for more money.