Nottingham Forest have parted ways with manager Ange Postecoglou after a dismal run of results that saw him fail to register a single victory in his eight matches in charge.
The club confirmed his dismissal less than 20 minutes after their 3-0 home defeat to Chelsea on Saturday, ending the Australian’s brief 39-day spell at the City Ground.
In an official statement, Forest said:
“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. The club will make no further comment at this time.”
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.
The Club will make no further comment at this time.
— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) October 18, 2025
Postecoglou, 60, was appointed on September 9, signing a two-year contract following the departure of Nuno Espírito Santo. However, his tenure quickly unraveled, with Forest losing six and drawing two of their eight games under his watch.
During his short reign, Forest conceded 11 goals from set pieces—more than twice as many as any other Premier League team over the same period—underscoring their defensive frailties.
Below is a breakdown of Postecoglou’s results in charge of Nottingham Forest:
- Arsenal 3–0 Nottingham Forest – Premier League
- Swansea 3–2 Nottingham Forest – Carabao Cup
- Burnley 1–1 Nottingham Forest – Premier League
- Real Betis 2–2 Nottingham Forest – Europa League
- Nottingham Forest 0–1 Sunderland – Premier League
- Nottingham Forest 2–3 FC Midtjylland – Europa League
- Newcastle 2–0 Nottingham Forest – Premier League
- Nottingham Forest 0–3 Chelsea – Premier League
The sacking brings a swift end to what was expected to be a fresh chapter for Forest under Postecoglou, who was brought in to stabilize the team and instill an attacking identity. Instead, his tenure will be remembered as one of the shortest and most turbulent in recent Premier League history.
The club has yet to name an interim replacement, but sources suggest an announcement could follow soon as Forest look to recover from a difficult start to their campaign.