'I remember Jose Mourinho saying how difficult they are': Ange Postecoglou insists Spurs won't underestimate Bodo/Glimt challenge
Tottenham Hotspur are ready to face Bodo/Glimt in the semifinals of the 2024/25 Europa League.
Speaking about the upcoming challenge, Ange Postecoglou stated: "I don't think [their progress] is surprising,
"I obviously have history with Bodo, we played them when I was at Celtic and I scouted them pretty extensively for that game.
"I remember they beat Roma at home with Jose, and I remember Jose speaking about how difficult it was playing there. And I've followed them closely, and you've seen their growth. They are very difficult.
"They've got good talent ID. They’ve had players who moved on and done really well, very consistent, same manager, which always helps. And they've built real belief in their club. So I think they've earned the right to be in a semi-final, it’s not like they've had an easy sort of ride through it.
"They are a very, very difficult opponent away from home, absolutely. You just have to look at their record. But the balance of that is that Frankfurt had a pretty good home record as well, just as compelling.
"So I think you're in the semi-final, I don't think anyone would underestimate any opponent, but I certainly won't. I know them really well, and I know the challenge we're going to have to try and overcome them."
Spurs have the chance to reach the Europa League final for the first time if able to defeat the Norwegian side.