Nottingham Forest has announced that it has relieved Ange Postecoglou of his duties as head coach just 39 days after his appointment.
The decision comes in the wake of a 3–0 home defeat to Chelsea F.C. on Saturday, a result that left Forest without a win in eight matches under Postecoglou’s stewardship.
In a brief club statement, Forest confirmed:
“After a series of disappointing results and performances, Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties as head coach with immediate effect. The club will make no further comment at this time.”
Postecoglou’s 39-day managerial stint becomes the shortest in Premier League history.
What next for Nottingham Forest?
The club will now seek an interim manager while exploring long-term options.
With the Premier League season underway, the timing presents a critical juncture for the club’s performance and ambitions.
Postecoglou’s departure raises questions about the expectations and stability at Forest, especially given the high stakes of top-flight survival.
Looking back at Postecoglou’s brief time
He was brought in with optimism, given his previous credentials.
However, the winless run and visible struggles on the pitch eroded confidence quickly.
The decisive defeat to Chelsea appears to have triggered the final breakdown in patience.