By Rajdeep Saha | Oct 03, 2025, 8:03 PM
**Ange Postecoglou Brushes Off Pressure Amid Nottingham Forest Struggles**
Nottingham Forest head coach Ange Postecoglou has remained unfazed by the mounting pressure surrounding his position. The Australian took over from Nuno Espirito Santo at the City Ground but has yet to secure a win in his first six matches in charge.
Despite a poor run of form, including a recent 3-2 UEFA Europa League home defeat to Midtjylland, Postecoglou is undeterred by chants of “you’re getting sacked in the morning” from some frustrated fans.
### Resilience and Management Philosophy
Postecoglou emphasized that pressure does not affect his management style. “It doesn’t enter my head,” he said. “My responsibility lies in making sure this football club progresses and gets to a position where it can challenge for things.”
He added, “If I start putting timelines to that or worry about what is going to happen next week, then I am not performing the role I have been given. I just don’t think it is helpful to anyone.”
The coach remains confident in his squad’s capabilities: “I have to concentrate on the environment, the training, the way we play. As I said last night, I am still very, very strong in my belief that we are not too far away from turning things around.”
Postecoglou reflected on his previous experience, noting, “Put it this way: I knew I was getting sacked at Tottenham about three or four months before I did, but that didn’t stop me from winning something.”
### Nottingham Forest’s Struggles in Numbers
Forest’s start to the season has been disappointing, with the team conceding 13 goals at an average of 2.17 per game. Statistically, only Manchester United and Burnley have a worse defensive record in the league so far.
The current run marks the 35th time a top-flight manager has failed to win any of their first six matches across all competitions.
### Focused on Performance, Not Popularity
Despite the challenging results, Postecoglou insists his focus remains on improving performances and securing wins, rather than trying to immediately win over supporters.
His post-match press conference following the recent European loss was noted for its philosophical tone. He openly acknowledged the speculation about his future and confirmed that talks with club owner Evangelos Marinakis have taken place, despite only being in charge for 24 days.
The coach remains convinced that consistent victories will ultimately quiet the doubters.
### Upcoming Fixtures
Nottingham Forest face a crucial period ahead, starting with a Premier League trip to Newcastle United on Sunday. This will be followed by important fixtures against Chelsea, Porto (in the Europa League), Bournemouth, and Manchester United later this month.
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Postecoglou’s tenure at Forest is still in its early days, and while results have been tough, the Australian is determined to steer the club back on course, focusing on building a competitive team capable of challenging at the highest level.
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