Conte thanks fans who shared his 'passion' | The Express Tribune
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LONDON: Antonio Conte has thanked Tottenham Hotspur fans and all those at the club who shared his "passion" following his departure from the Premier League side. The Italian left his position as Spurs manager "by mutual agreement" on Sunday following 16 months in charge of the north London team. His departure came after the Italian's extraordinary post-match rant following a 3-3 draw at Southampton on March 18, a game in which Spurs blew a 3-1 lead, with Conte slamming Spurs players as "selfish" and unable to perform under pressure. Conte, 53, wrote on Instagram on Monday: "Football is a passion. I would like to deeply thank everyone at Spurs who appreciated and shared my passion and my intense way of living football as a coach. "A special thought to the fans who always showed me support and appreciation, it's been unforgettable to hear them singing my name. Our journey together has ended, I wish you all the best for th