Perhaps the word “miracles of fate” can literally describe the relationship between Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou and South Korean star Heung-min Son.
In 2015, Postecoglou took over as coach of his country, Australia, hoping to win the Asian Cup in the tournament hosted by the Kangaroos.
On the other hand, Son’s star was shining brightly at the time, still only 22 years old and shining brightly with Bayer Leverkusen.
The First Encounter… Son’s Cry
Fate decreed that Australia would advance to the final, and who was their opponent? South Korea, led by their star player at the time, Son.
In the final held in Sydney, Australia led 1-0 in the first half, and Son equalized for South Korea in the final minute of the second half.
The two teams went to extra time, during which Australia scored the winning goal through James Troisi, crowning the Kangaroos with their first-ever title.
Son had dreamed of winning the title to be exempt from military service, and he would have been very close had it not been for Postecoglou and his teammates.
Son fell to the ground crying after the match, and the Australian coach came to console him, encouraging him to get up and continue.
10 Years Later… Postecoglou Defends Son
Almost 10 and a half years later, Son and Postecoglou have met in another final, but this time together.
The man who made young Son cry led Tottenham to a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the Europa League final.
Son’s tears 10 years ago over fading national glory have now turned into joy and hysterical dancing with Postecoglou, who dedicated to Son his first title in his club career, and perhaps his most precious title, with his club, Tottenham.
It’s a wonder of fate… the one who made him cry 10 years ago has now brought him glory!
