'Hopefully I'll be back on the first day of next season'published at 18:59 BST 25 May
18:59 BST 25 May
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Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has been speaking to BBC Match of the Day about the heavy defeat against Brighton: "Yeah, a disappointing result. We were pretty fatigued in the second half. The first half was okay. We controlled it pretty well, scored and should have had a second goal, but we were fatigued in the second half and the game got away from us."
On Tottenham's season: "How do I assess our season? Outstanding! We won a trophy which we haven't for 17 years and we are in the Champions League [next season]. Ask any of the supporters at start of the season if they would take that, and there wouldn't be a person in the house that wouldn't."
On his future at the club: "It doesn't bother me asking me about my future. I can't answer it. I'm pretty relaxed about it. It's been an unbelievable season. I couldn't be any prouder."
On whether he has been told anything about his future: "You're asking the wrong person. Everyone in the media is intelligent enough to know I'm not the person to ask those questions to. I'll have a break and then hopefully I'll be back on the first day of next season to start things."
Tottenham 1-4 Brighton: Key statspublished at 18:47 BST 25 May
18:47 BST 25 May
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Tottenham have lost 26 games in all competitions this season, the most in a single campaign in the club's history.
Tottenham suffered 22 losses in a league season for just the second time after 1934-35. It is also just the second time they have lost 10 home league games in a season after 1991-92 (11).
Tottenham 1-4 Brighton - send us your thoughtspublished at 18:22 BST 25 May
18:22 BST 25 May
So the curtain has come down on Tottenham's season with a heavy defeat against Brighton.
There certainly seemed to be a hangover at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, following the club's Europa League win earlier this week, as Brighton were somewhat able to spoil Spurs' party on the final day of the season.
How are you feeling after that performance and at the end of a mixed campaign?
Sutton's predictions: Tottenham v Brightonpublished at 13:25 BST 25 May
13:25 BST 25 May
The proverb 'he who laughs last, laughs longest' certainly applies to Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou, who has answered his critics by winning the Europa League and will be able to enjoy a party atmosphere on Sunday too.
I am delighted for Ange because some of the flak he has taken has been extraordinarily over the top. One newspaper suggested he would be known as a clown if Spurs had lost Wednesday's final, which is the kind of thing I have not read since the days when England boss Graham Taylor was compared to a turnip.
The people who write that kind of thing either do not look at Postecoglou's track record or they have been dismissive of it. Fair play to him, because he came out a few months back and talked about always winning something in his second season at a club.
He said it because it was true and also because he believed he could win a trophy this season with Spurs too and, you know what, he has gone and backed it up. There were so many people out there who were desperate for him to fail, but he has rammed that down their throats.
Postecoglou is a good guy, but people were continuously trying to poke him and provoke him in interviews. He wants to stay as Spurs boss and I hope he does but, regardless of what happens in the summer, he has proved he is a winner. He is a legendary figure at Tottenham now, and I am absolutely made up for him.
His players gave everything against Manchester United and it was a defensive masterclass. I hear a lot about how Tottenham always play the same way under Postecoglou, but that wasn't 'Ange-ball' as I know it - with their lack of possession in that game (27%), it was more like 'Ange-wall'.
I am not sure how much the Spurs players will have left in their legs for this game, especially against a Brighton team who have found a bit of form, are playing with freedom and are also looking to secure eighth place and possibly a European spot too.
That's why I am going for the Seagulls to win - but I don't think the Spurs fans will care too much about this result, and understandably so.
Postecoglou on 'unbelievable' celebrations and 'building something'published at 14:35 BST 24 May
14:35 BST 24 May
Katie Stafford BBC Sport journalist
Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou has been speaking to the media before Sunday's final Premier League game of the season against Brighton at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (kick-off 16:00 BST).
Here are the key lines from his news conference:
He said the celebrations have been "unbelievable" and his players have "certainly enjoyed themselves".
On the victory parade: "I think you need to celebrate your achievements properly. That was my message to the boys. It was important for them as they've achieved, it is important for those around them, and it is important to make experiences as memorable as possible."
He said they have created "a winning mentality and bond" between the staff, players and fans as "they are forever connected now, irrespective of what their futures hold".
On lifting the trophy: "We're really building something. I'm not going to put a limit on what we can achieve. I've got players and a club now who know how to win, so the possibilities are exciting."
He said he hasn't had any discussions with Daniel Levy about his future at the club, but joked: "I am sure someone will tell me something at some point, or I will just roll up for next year."
On his comments about the third season being better than the second: "I should have thought about it a bit more because sometimes they kill off the main character, so I could be in strife there!"
He said he feels "tremendous pride more than anything else" because the players "stayed true and still believed" in him. Postecoglou added: "All the burden you have been carrying has been rewarded."
On making club history: "They broke the drought, but hopefully there won't be another drought like it. They [the players] will want to have another moment and another night like Bilbao."
Cristian Romero, who "has been struggling with his toe for quite a while," will be rested and so will Son Heung-min, who continues to recover from a foot injury. Yves Bissouma is "a 50/50 at the moment" after suffering a knock in the final.
Here are some of your comments on your selection, as well as some :
Nathan: It's hard to pick just one player as the starting XI has seemed to change for every match this season, for one reason or another. However, I've gone for Bergvall based purely on his energy, endeavour and desire. Some of the more senior players could learn a thing or two from his attitude! He's also the most improved player, in my opinion - with Spence a close second.
John: Kulusevski without any doubt. Every time he is on the pitch, he gives nothing less than 100% effort and commitment. What a player.
Tom: Not only has he over performed for his expected level, he's often lifted the team and tried to drive us forwards. Given his young age, that's as impressive for him as it is embarrassing for our older players who he's showed up. Easily a future captain of the club on current evidence. Honourable mentions for Brennan Johnson, Archie Gray and Wilson Odobert. All vital for us at times - and had Bergvall not so excelled, Johnson would be my top pick by a country mile.
Paul: Bergvall has been excellent and for such a young player he has shown tremendous maturity and has carried the team. An honourable mention must also go to Spence who has forced himself into the manager's thinking and has played out of position most of the time.
Daniel: Bergvall has been nothing short of exceptional in a team full of no-shows for a lot of this season. For an 18-year-old to do that in his debut season, in a new country, is largely unheard of and quite simply amazing. He deserves all the credit in the world. The one issue I have with him? He was injured for the Europa League final!
Your best trophy parade momentspublished at 12:04 BST 24 May
12:04 BST 24 May
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Dan: One of the best experiences of my life. Pure ecstasy with my fellow Spurs fans. I was bursting with pride to be there. All the pain has been worth it. This club is truly special. COYS!
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Lorna: Best day ever at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the crowd loved the defiant Ange, partying Son and Johnson. Crazy scenes down the high road with fans climbing on the roof, lampposts, buildings and all. Locals were loving the carnival too!
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Matt: First time we got to properly celebrate a Spurs trophy! Last time he was a one-year-old.
Tottenham v Brighton: Did you know?published at 11:14 BST 24 May
11:14 BST 24 May
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Brighton came from 2-0 down to win 3-2 in the reverse fixture against Tottenham in October. However, they have never won consecutive league games against Spurs before.
Their visitors have aslso lost 21 league games this season, their most in a single campaign since 1976-77 (also 21). They have only lost 22 games in a campaign once, doing so in 1934-35 when they finished bottom of the top flight.
If they lose this game, Ange Postecoglou's side will become the first side in top-flight history to lose 22 games in a 38-game season and not be relegated.
Finally, Albion have had six Premier League goals both scored and assisted by substitutes this season, including their winner over Liverpool on Monday (Jack Hinshelwood assisted by Matt O'Riley).
In the competition's history, no side has ever had more goals both scored and assisted by substitutes in a single campaign.
Pick your Tottenham player of the seasonpublished at 17:48 BST 23 May
17:48 BST 23 May
Ali Speechly Fan writer
We asked our Tottenham fan contributor for their four candidates for player of the season and you can now select your top one.
Lucas Bergvall
Bergvall has more than lived up to the promise he showed in pre-season. Not only has he excelled on and off the ball, he has never stopped striving for the win. When more seasoned professionals around him have struggled to lead the team, this young player has risen to the challenge.
Dejan Kulusevski
Deki had a particularly strong start to the campaign and is integral to our pressing style and ball retention. Don't let his time out with injury shorten your memory - the Swede's statistics speak volumes as to his dominance in a Spurs shirt this season.
Djed Spence
A breath of fresh air and a much-needed injection of hope, Spence's performances this season have demonstrated what it means to play without fear. He has been a joy to watch as he took on the opposition with courage and creativity, driving us up the pitch at home and in Europe.
Dominic Solanke
The engine of our team, Solanke simply never gives up. Even when heads behind him in midfield have dropped, he has kept running, kept pressing, kept trying. Some will criticise the number of goals scored, but no-one should underestimate the crucial work Solanke has done off the ball for us this season.
Honourable mentions
Brennan Johnson still receives a mixed reception from some of the Spurs faithful, but you can't argue with his impressive goal contributions this season – not only the number, but the significance of some of the goals too. As for Archie Gray, what an outstanding first season from him - and in an unfamiliar position. Thrown in at the deep end, at times he outperformed his more experienced peers. To dare is to do, indeed.