Eden Hazard hopes Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino will be greeted warmly by Tottenham supporters when he returns to the team. This will be Pochettino’s first appearance at Spurs since his dismissal four years ago. In 1985, Hazard had a similar journey, leading Chelsea to a 3-1 victory on his return with two goals.
Thinking back on his personal encounter, Hazard expressed his want for a considerate response. He implied that supporters recognized his obligation to his new team and valued the effort he had done for Spurs. Hazard thought that even though he scored against Spurs, the supporters knew it wasn’t a jab at their team.
Hazard emphasized how critical it is to put aside the fierce rivalry between the teams. He suggested that inviting Pochettino back to the stadium would be a sign of elegance and dignity. He explained that this welcome would be a round of applause in celebration of Pochettino’s accomplishments rather than a guard of honor, as proposed by Ange Postecoglou.
Hazard’s statement emphasizes that supporters can still have a competitive attitude once the game starts and aims to recognize and acknowledge the returning manager’s previous accomplishments. The first step in extending a warm welcome to him is to acknowledge and pay tribute to his accomplishments and legacy.
