The Musicmen & Mark Gable’s Tribute to Ange Postecoglou
A Tribute to the Revolutionary Tactics of Ange Postecoglou: May 22nd The success of a skilled and innovative football coach is often measured by the impact they make in the sport. For Ange Postecoglou, this is undoubtedly true as he has been hailed by many as “the best in the world”. However, his achievements don’t stop there. He is also the inspiration behind the best football anthem that has ever graced the world stage. Titled “Angeball”, this anthem is a tribute to Postecoglou’s revolutionary style of play. It is a product of the collaboration between The Musicmen, a group of professional English soccer players who migrated to Australia in the 1980s in pursuit of their dreams, and renowned Australian band, The Choirboys.
The Musicmen’s journey towards creating “Angeball” began with their appearance on Hey Hey It’s Saturday’s Red Faces in 1988. Despite their initial aspirations of becoming professional soccer players being hindered, they found success in the music industry, eventually signing with Mushroom Records. And now, they have added “Angeball” to their collection of hits such as “I’m A Lad From Bury” and “I’m An Iceberger & Not Dead Yet”. The charm of “Angeball” lies in its heartfelt tribute to Postecoglou’s contributions to Australian football. Starting from his days as a young player at South Melbourne, the creators of this anthem have witnessed his rise to coaching glory at Glasgow Celtic and now, Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.
The impact he has had on the sport in Australia is immeasurable, and the Musicmen are grateful for his efforts in putting soccer on the map in their home country. Their collaboration with The Choirboys was made possible thanks to the band’s lead singer, Mark Gable, who readily agreed to their request to parody their iconic hit, “Run to Paradise”. With the support of The Choirboys and Universal Music, “Angeball” is now set to be played at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, home of Postecoglou’s team, and it is hoped that it will also make an appearance at the upcoming game between Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. In conclusion, “Angeball” is a testament to the global impact of Postecoglou’s innovative tactics and relentless determination.
The Musicmen are honored to have had the opportunity to pay tribute to such a remarkable figure in the world of football, and they hope that this anthem will resonate with fans around the world. From his humble beginnings at South Melbourne to his current worldwide recognition, Ange Postecoglou will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the greatest coaches in football history.
