In one of the swiftest managerial exits in Premier League history, Nottingham Forest have confirmed the dismissal of Ange Postecoglou with immediate effect. The decision follows a 3-0 home defeat to Chelsea FC on Saturday, a loss that confirmed a dismal start to his reign and prompted the club’s hierarchy to act without delay.
đźš© Why the sacking?
Postecoglou was appointed head coach of Nottingham Forest on 9 September 2025 on a two-year contract.
In his 39 days at the helm, the club failed to win any of his eight matches in charge (2 draws, 6 defeats).
The final straw came when Forest slumped to a 3-0 defeat at home to Chelsea. The club boss, Evangelos Marinakis, reportedly left his seat in frustration during the match and Postecoglou was dismissed just 18–20 minutes after the final whistle.
Fan unrest had been growing: chants calling for his dismissal and references to the departed previous coach created a hostile atmosphere.
đź’¬ Club statement
The official announcement read:
> “Nottingham Forest Football Club can confirm that after a series of disappointing results and performances, Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties as Head Coach with immediate effect.”
No further comment was offered at the time.
📉 The context and fallout
Nottingham Forest had enjoyed a relatively strong 2024-25 season under former manager Nuno EspĂrito Santo, finishing 7th and qualifying for Europe.
Postecoglou inherited a squad poised for European competition but was unable to halt the slide. His strategy of expansive football clashed with results and the club’s immediate demands.
His reign is now officially the shortest for any permanent Premier League manager sacked mid-season, eclipsing previous records.
🔮 What’s next for Forest?
The club will have to rebuild quickly:
A replacement is expected imminently as the board aim to stabilise the club and avoid plunging further into the relegation battle.
The new coach will inherit a fragile squad, with morale low and expectations high.
Immediate fixtures will test the incoming manager’s capacity to turn things around under pressure.
đź“ť Final word
For Postecoglou, this marks a dramatic and abrupt end to what was billed as an ambitious tenure. For Nottingham Forest, the decision underlines how results-driven and ruthless the Premier League environment has become. The next chapter begins now — and the club’s leadership will demand quick action and visible signs of recovery.
