Postecoglou Defiant as Forest Crisis Talks Loom After Winless Streak

Forest Boss Braces for Critical Talks Amidst Poor Form

Nottingham Forest manager Ange Postecoglou has confirmed he will meet with club owner Evangelos Marinakis during the international break to address the team’s alarming start to the Premier League season. The Greek-Australian coach remains defiant despite Sunday’s 2-0 loss to Newcastle extending his winless run to seven matches across all competitions.

Fiery Defense Amid Growing Pressure

Postecoglou delivered a spirited response to questions about his future after Forest’s latest defeat left them hovering just above the relegation zone. “If people want to judge me after three and a half weeks and six games, I can’t stop them,” he stated. “Maybe you’re all right, and I’ll be gone next week. But I’ve built my career on fighting – I didn’t reach the Premier League by avoiding challenges.”

Sky Sports News reports Marinakis could act swiftly if results don’t improve, with Postecoglou securing only one point from his first four league games since replacing Nuno Espírito Santo in September. The 60-year-old, however, remains undeterred: “I’ve picked battles my whole life – even when I knew I’d lose. That’s who I am.”

Pundits Question Tactical Shifts

Analysts have noted parallels to Postecoglou’s turbulent final months at Tottenham, with Sky Sports’ Zinny Boswell observing: “He abandoned his trademark attacking style at Newcastle, reverting to defensive tactics reminiscent of his predecessor. This might concern Forest’s hierarchy.”

Jamie Carragher added: “It’s been a nightmare start. Postecoglou faces an anxious wait for his first win, and the international break gives critics more time to dissect his position.”

Statistical Woes Deepen Concerns

The numbers paint a grim picture: Postecoglou has now gone 11 Premier League matches without victory dating back to his Spurs tenure, collecting just two points from a possible 33. Forest’s tally of 10 points this season remains heavily reliant on results under former boss Nuno, who accrued eight points in five games.

As discussions with Marinakis approach, Postecoglou’s ability to rally his squad during the break could determine whether he remains at the City Ground helm.