Forest keep faith in Postecoglou — for now — as Marinakis weighs his options
Nottingham Forest are staring down a rough patch, but the axe is staying holstered — for now. Ange Postecoglou, only weeks into the job after replacing Nuno Espirito Santo, is expected to be granted more time to steady the ship despite a winless start that has stretched to seven matches across domestic and European duties.
Why Forest are holding fire
According to Football Insider, Forest are unlikely to pull the trigger during the international break. Postecoglou’s schedule has been relentless since he walked through the door, juggling Premier League intensity with European nights, and the club hierarchy appear minded to judge him over a fairer stretch of fixtures rather than a whirlwind opening month.
The current stance is clear: Postecoglou is set to remain in the dugout through the break, with Evangelos Marinakis demanding swift improvements but opting for talks over termination.
Fans’ patience wearing thin
Supporters have not been shy in voicing their frustration. During the Europa League clash with Midtjylland at the start of October, the City Ground crackled with chants of “you’re getting sacked in the morning,” a pointed reminder that goodwill evaporates quickly when results don’t arrive. A recent defeat to Newcastle United did nothing to ease the mood, keeping that first win out of reach.
The break that could reset the season
The international window offers Postecoglou a sliver of breathing space. With some players remaining at the training ground, there’s an opening to drill principles, tighten defensive structure, and give the side clearer in-game patterns. It’s never ideal to take over after pre-season and the summer window, and it shows — but this period can at least align the group behind the manager’s voice.
Marinakis talks and the ticking clock
Owner Evangelos Marinakis is set for discussions with Postecoglou, with an emphasis on immediate improvement rather than long-term promises. GIVEMESPORT’s Fabrizio Romano has also indicated that talks are planned, underscoring that scrutiny at the top is intense — just not yet terminal. Don’t mistake calm for complacency; the mandate is to move north in a hurry.
What must change — and quickly
Forest need a reliable platform first. That means clean sheets becoming targets, not pipe dreams, and sharper game management once the hour mark hits. Set-pieces must be tidied, transitions managed with more cynicism, and the midfield given a clearer anchor. The attack will click if there’s a platform behind it — but right now, control has to trump chaos.
For those reading the runes — or peering at the odds on the best betting sites — the picture is nuanced. Forest aren’t panicking, but the bar has been set. A couple of results after the break would change the temperature fast; more of the same would do quite the opposite.
Pundit’s verdict
This feels like a sensible pause rather than a full vote of confidence. Marinakis made a bold call dismissing Nuno; doing the same again weeks later would be pure roulette. Postecoglou needs that first win and a clearer defensive identity — land those, and the noise will fade. Miss the moment, and the volume will crank up again in a hurry. The next few games won’t just define a month; they could define the project.
