Oliver Glasner's Call to Action: Time for Change at Nottingham Forest
Oliver Glasner is no longer holding back at Nottingham Forest. Following a 2-0 defeat to Brentford that leaves his team in the relegation zone, the head coach is ready to shake things up, warning that if players don't adapt, they could be looking for yet another manager.
The loss at Brentford prompted boos from frustrated fans, and with just six goals scored in nine matches, Forest holds the unfortunate title of the lowest-scoring team in the Premier League this season.
Glasner, who is now the club's fifth manager since August 2025, shares the fans' anger and made his feelings clear during a heated post-match press conference. He even recounted an incident where he refused a player's request to travel back to Nottingham alone, clearly demonstrating his frustration with the current situation.
"We have to accept it’s not good enough," Glasner stated as he entered the press room. "Losing four out of the last five games is unacceptable. It’s time for a change, and I intend to make those changes."
When asked what specifically would change, Glasner replied, "Everything. I might have made too many compromises since I started. It’s time to be clear about our objectives. If the players buy into this plan, we can turn things around. If not, then it’s on to the next manager."
He took full responsibility for the team's struggles, emphasizing that the ongoing relegation battles have become a troubling pattern for the club. "I’m the one to blame for the decisions made, and I can’t continue in the same manner," Glasner said.
"I’m determined to implement change. If we don’t, we’ll find ourselves asking the same questions about the sixth manager."
When questioned about his job security, Glasner remained composed. "I have no immediate worries. I go home to my family after the game, and that’s my priority. But the players and staff are the ones who remain in this ongoing struggle."
He expressed a desire to rebuild the club from the ground up, insisting on a no-compromise approach. "I’m here to succeed, not to be liked. If the players can’t align with the vision, they need to reassess their commitment to the club."
Glasner believes that Forest has the talent to improve but acknowledges that he can no longer offer comfort after disappointing performances. "We have the players, but we need to extract more from them. My role is to ensure we achieve that."
He recognizes that change won’t happen overnight but understands the urgency in the Premier League. "People expect immediate results, especially when things are tough. The club has changed managers frequently, yet the situation hasn't improved."
Glasner’s rejection of a player’s travel request was his way of reinforcing unity within the squad. "We’re all in this together, and I want that to be clear. We can’t afford to be complacent any longer."
