Nottingham Forest manager, Ange Postecoglou, found himself under intense scrutiny after his side’s 3-2 loss to Midtjylland in the Europa League, leaving fans chanting for his dismissal just 23 days into his tenure. As the final whistle blew, the crowd voiced their frustrations loudly, with many supporters singing “You’re getting sacked in the morning.” The atmosphere at the City Ground quickly turned hostile, reflecting the growing impatience with the Australian’s reign.
This defeat marked a sixth consecutive match without a win for Forest, putting Postecoglou in an increasingly precarious position. The loss came despite an electric pre-match atmosphere, with fans anticipating their first European home game in decades. However, Midtjylland exposed Forest’s defensive vulnerabilities, scoring twice from set-pieces and adding a third after a costly error from Callum Hudson-Odoi. The defeat followed a disappointing performance in Seville, further adding to the pressure on Postecoglou.
Despite the heavy criticism, Postecoglou remained resolute in his post-match comments, insisting he still believed the team was on the right track and that positive results were just around the corner. He acknowledged the frustration of the fans but expressed confidence that the atmosphere would improve once the team began winning games. However, the current run of form has left many fans skeptical about his future.
Nottingham Forest’s failure to secure a victory in any of their first six matches has only amplified calls for Postecoglou’s removal. He is now the first Forest manager in 100 years to fail to win any of his first six games, though he noted that such adversity was part of football. The pressure on the manager will only increase with upcoming fixtures against Newcastle, Chelsea, and Porto, which could determine the direction of his tenure.
As the team prepares for these crucial fixtures, the mood around the club remains tense, and many are questioning whether Postecoglou can turn things around before it’s too late.
