BLOW UP AT FOREST: POSTECOGLOU CLAIMS RESIGNATION AFTER NEWCASTLE DEFEAT
BLOW UP AT FOREST: POSTECOGLOU CLAIMS RESIGNATION AFTER NEWCASTLE DEFEAT
Nottingham, United Kingdom – In a dramatic post-match scene, Nottingham Forest head coach Ange Postecoglou is said to have tendered his resignation immediately after his team’s 2-0 away loss to Newcastle United, alleging that “none of the players are ready to work with him.” The bombshell announcement has thrown Forest into turmoil and sparked intense speculation in the media.
Defeat Spurs Breakpoint
Forest suffered a heavy defeat on the road, with Newcastle scoring twice without reply. The loss came at a critical moment for Postecoglou, who is under pressure to deliver results after a shaky start to his tenure. According to sources inside the dressing room, the coach was visibly frustrated during and after the game, and clashed with some senior players over commitment and attitude.
Post‐Match Fallout
As soon as the final whistle blew, reports say Postecoglou walked into the Forest management’s inner circle, stating that he could no longer proceed given what he described as a lack of readiness among the squad. He reportedly said:
“I cannot go on when players are not ready to work with me, to fight with me. It’s too much.”
He is said to have asked the club’s board to accept his resignation immediately.
Reactions Among Fans, Media, Club
The revelation has left Nottingham Forest supporters stunned. Some are calling for clarity and asking whether this is a pressured comment or a genuine intention to step down. Others believe the timing is indicative of deeper fractures in the squad leadership or inability to adapt to Postecoglou’s system.
Media outlets are scrambling for verification; Forest have yet to confirm whether the resignation has been formally accepted. The club board, led by owner Evangelos Marinakis, is expected to meet urgently to assess its options and possibly try to dissuade the coach from walking away.
Context: A Manager Under Strain
While this dramatic resignation is currently unconfirmed, it would follow a pattern of mounting pressure on Postecoglou:
Forest have yet to settle into consistent performances, especially in difficult away fixtures. Players and fans alike have expressed dissatisfaction, in some cases questioning whether the squad is mentally prepared for his style and demands. Upcoming fixtures are crucial: the club faces several challenging matches in succession, which could determine the future of the coach.
What Comes Next?
If Postecoglou’s resignation is accepted, Forest will need to act swiftly—either to promote from within or to seek a replacement to steady the ship. If he remains, there will likely be a period of introspection: changes in training methods, rise in urgency, possibly adjustments to the squad if certain players are deemed not ready.
The next few days will be critical. Forest’s board is expected to issue a statement, and players may be called upon to respond publicly. Meanwhile, journalists are pressing for confirmation of whether the resignation is a resignation offer or an emotional reaction post-game.
