The news of Igor Tudor has reached both football fans and clubs during the week. Tottenham Hotspur and Juventus have made their condolences to the Croatian head coach publicly following the death of his father, Mario Tudor. The 47-year-old manager was experiencing a personal loss that prevented him to be present on the post-match media after Tottenham lost 3-0 against Nottingham Forest at home on Sunday.
The two clubs came out to sympathize and express their support, and the fact that Tudor has developed very strong ties over the course of his career. Tottenham stressed that the club was with Tudor throughout this tough time and it gave him the time and space to mourn. Juventus, in which Tudor was the former manager, also sent touching messages that were appreciative of his professionalism and devotion despite his hardships in life.
Tudor has also gained the support of the football community surrounding him and this has demonstrated the human face of football that is usually lost in the results and statistics of football. Messages of support have been posted on social media by colleagues, players and even fans, and to his credit, they are aware of his contribution to football and sympathize with his personal loss.
As Tottenham continue with their league campaign, the club has ensured that Tudor will go back to his responsibilities when he is fit. According to the analysts, clubs are paying more attention to supporting their staff in times of personal troubles, as they are aware that the levels of mental and emotional health have a direct impact on performance.
