London, June 6 -- Tottenham Hotspur took the world by surprise after announcing its decision to sack its head coach, Ange Postecoglou, who ended the club's 17-year trophy drought by guiding the Spurs to Europa League title glory.

Spurs released a statement on Friday to confirm its decision, which read, "Following a review of performances and after significant reflection, the Club can announce that Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties."

Postecoglou departs from Tottenham just 16 days after he led the club to a historic Europa League triumph, a 1-0 victory over local rival Manchester United in the final. The triumph marked Tottenham's first European trophy in 41 years.

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