Tudor's Father Passes Away, Spurs Coach Absent from Press Conference

Spurs confirm death of Igor Tudor's father

Tottenham Hotspur's interim manager Igor Tudor's father, Mario, has passed away, with the coach absent from post-match press conference.

Igor Tudor's father, Mario, dies, prompting tributes from Spurs and Juventus...

Tottenham Hotspur is deeply saddened to confirm the passing of Igor Tudor's father, Mario, who died over the weekend. The club's interim head coach, Tudor, had just overseen a 3-0 loss to Nottingham Forest, and his assistant Bruno Saltor took charge of the press conference due to family issues.

Tudor's tenure has been tough, with five losses, one draw, and one win in seven games, and the team remains in a relegation battle. The pressure is mounting on the Croatian coach, but the focus is now on supporting him through this difficult time. Juventus, where Tudor played and coached, has also expressed condolences.

Tudor's Heartfelt Loss

Spurs and Juventus send condolences as Tottenham manager Ange Tudor's father passes away. Fans rally around their manager on social media with messages of support.

“Everyone at Tottenham Hotspur is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Igor Tudor's father, Mario. 

“Our thoughts and condolences go out to Igor and his family during this incredibly difficult time,” the club posted on social media.

Tottenham Hotspur's interim manager Igor Tudor is facing a tough time, with his father Mario passing away over the weekend. This news comes at a critical juncture for Spurs, who are just one point above the relegation zone with seven games left to play. Tudor's father passed away after Spurs' 3-0 loss to Nottingham Forest, and the manager didn't attend the post-match press conference due to the family bereavement.

Everyone at Tottenham Hotspur is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Igor Tudor's father, Mario.

Our thoughts and condolences go out to Igor and his family during this incredibly difficult time 🤍

— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) March 23, 2026

Juventus, where Tudor played and managed, has also expressed their condolences, with a statement saying, “Juventus stands with Igor Tudor and his family at this difficult time. Juventus joins in mourning the passing of his father.” 

Tottenham's final four games are against Aston Villa, Leeds United, Chelsea, and Everton - a tough run that could seal their relegation fate. With just seven games left, Spurs are one point above the drop zone, and the pressure is mounting on manager Igor Tudor.