"Spurs finished fourth in the league phase, defying their domestic form by winning five of their eight Champions League games under the Dane, drawing two and losing one. Spurs also boasted the joint-second best defence and were only outscored by six teams in the 36-club league phase, putting actual smiles on actual Spurs faces."
"That is a rare sight these days, but there is something to be taken from how the last season ended: Europa League glory under Ange Postecoglou. The Champions League is of course a giant leap but Atletico are not at their pomp under Simeone, having last truly pushed Barcelona and Real Madrid in Spain when winning La Liga in 2020."
Tottenham secured their Champions League last-16 qualification by finishing fourth in the league phase, winning five of eight games under Thomas Frank before his departure. The club demonstrated strong defensive performance, ranking joint-second best in defense while being outscored by only six teams across the 36-club competition. Interim manager Igor Tudor now leads Spurs into their knockout tie against Atletico Madrid. Despite domestic struggles requiring a fight for survival, Tottenham found success in European competition, mirroring their recent Europa League triumph under Ange Postecoglou. Atletico Madrid, managed by Diego Simeone, represent a formidable opponent, though the Spanish side has declined from their peak years when they last challenged Barcelona and Real Madrid.
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