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Postecoglou Secure - For Now

As of the early hours today, the club were not intending to fire their manager but the unpredictable nature of the club and its proprietor Evangelos Marinakis means that things can change quickly.

The fans expressed their opinions on the previous day, calling for the exit of the man who replaced an local favorite and it is difficult to reverse the sentiment once that happens.

Postecoglou is the owner's choice, the club chief having selected him long before Nuno Espirito Santo was sent packing. All involved with the club expected a time of adjustment but to be without a victory in six games and losing at home to opposing teams were not part of the thoughts when he joined recently.

The Australian was always going to change the style but he has his tactical philosophy, which is very different to his predecessor, so there is an acceptance that adjustments require patience. Tolerance, however, is not a quality often observed at Forest. The next three Premier League games are against Newcastle, Chelsea and Bournemouth, so the challenge will intensify for Postecoglou.

Liverpool's Keeper Injured for The Reds

Arne Slot addressed the media:

“Alisson is not part of the squad tomorrow and he won’t travel to his national team for the international duty. Hugo [Ekitike] is returning to training this afternoon, we will assess where he is. The applies similarly for the winger. It depends on how quickly they heal.

“I would not expect if he the keeper returns for the first game after the international break. From there on progress may be a bit quicker or a bit more gradual. It’s difficult to say. I’m not a doctor so I am unable to confirm if it is the identical issue.”

Giorgi Mamardashvili will play in place of Alisson.

“I believe we’ve seen against the Saints how seamlessly he has fitted in. We were aware we were bringing in a high-quality shot-stopper. When he made his debut that’s a demonstration he’s adapted excellently to our club. It’s expected because he’s a skilled goalkeeper. Now he can perform the role we’ve had to do so many times in the previous seasons covering for the main keeper, like we’ve done so many times before.”

Upcoming Matches

• Tonight
• Bournemouth v Fulham (evening kickoff)
• Tomorrow
• Leeds v Tottenham
• Gunners take on Hammers
• Manchester United v Sunderland
• Blues clash with Reds
• Day after
• Villa play Burnley
• Newcastle v Nottingham Forest
• Wolves battle Seagulls
• Everton v Crystal Palace
• Bees welcome City

Continental Action

The evening went well for the other English clubs in continental competitions. And a disappointing evening for the Scottish clubs.

The Eagles extended their unbeaten run as Muñoz gets European tilt to strong beginning.

Europa League summary: Aston Villa star secures Villa win as Rangers and Celtic suffer defeats.

Fan Reaction at Forest's Stadium

Events were nearly unprecedented on a disheartening night, many local fans chanting: “You’re getting sacked in the morning.” Then the supporters added insult to injury, singing the title of his predecessor Nuno Espírito Santo, with a number directing comments at the owner watching on with his own large personal screen in the directors’ box. This resulted in grim viewing.

Weekend Lookahead

Unbeaten in the league since their initial match, the Cherries early momentum has been halted by consecutive draws: at home to the Magpies and at Elland Road recently. The Cottagers visit the Vitality on Friday, offering Bournemouth a presentable chance of recapturing winning ways and climbing the table. After a hectic off-season, the manager has sought stability in his lineup choices.

Trailing 2-1 at Leeds, the coach made a triple change to restore three regular players – David Brooks, Alex Scott and Marcus Tavernier – to his XI and was compensated with a equalizing goal. Bournemouth have also maintained solidity at the back, allowing only one goal in four games between the trips to strong opponents. The defender, often playing in an otherwise brand-new back five, has been key to the team’s continuity. The defender earned praise from Iraola for his defensive work and threat at dead-ball situations – as shown by his aerial pass for Eli Junior Kroupi’s equaliser at the venue.