𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 | Ange Postecoglou has been SACKED by Nottingham Forest

Ange Postecoglou’s brief and tumultuous tenure as head coach of Nottingham Forest has come to an abrupt end, following a string of disappointing results that culminated in a 3-0 defeat at home to Chelsea. The decision to sack him was made within just 20 minutes after the final whistle, showcasing the urgency with which the club’s management acted in light of his lacklustre performance. A statement released by Nottingham Forest confirmed that Postecoglou was relieved of his duties with immediate effect, and emphasized that the club would not issue further comments regarding the situation.

The 60-year-old Australian had only recently taken the reins at the City Ground, signing a two-year deal on September 9 to replace Nuno Espirito Santo. Unfortunately for both Postecoglou and the club, results did not improve during his 39-day tenure. His record stands at a disappointing zero wins, with two draws and six losses across all competitions. The team’s struggles were even met with jeers from the supporters, who were heard chanting “sacked in the morning” during one particularly frustrating match against FC Midtjylland.

Despite the mounting pressure, Postecoglou maintained a defiant stance in his pre-match press conference just days before his dismissal. He had expressed his expectations for a dialogue with Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis regarding his future, yet he claimed that such discussions never occurred. He boldly stated, “The story always ends the same… me with a trophy,” reflecting his confidence despite the team’s underwhelming results.

Under Postecoglou’s management, Nottingham Forest exhibited noticeable flaws, particularly in finishing, as evidenced by their inability to convert numerous scoring opportunities in the match against Chelsea. This struggle is highlighted by the fact that it marks the first time since October 1998 that the club has failed to score in three consecutive home games within the Premier League, a concerning statistic that includes two of those matches under Postecoglou’s guidance.

Defensively, the team also faltered significantly, conceding 11 goals from set-pieces—more than any other Premier League side during the same timeframe. Such defensive shortcomings, coupled with the team’s attacking inefficiencies, ultimately sealed Postecoglou’s fate.

Following his dismissal, Postecoglou left the City Ground without addressing the media, heading directly down the tunnel and departing the premises shortly thereafter. This departure was met with a swift internal response; players were summoned for a meeting in the boardroom, followed by a closed-door discussion in the changing room that reportedly lasted for about an hour. The swift conclusion to his short tenure leaves fans and analysts alike pondering what comes next for the club, which will be on the lookout for a new head coach who can reverse their current trajectory.