Oliver Glasner has issued a stark ultimatum to his Nottingham Forest squad, declaring that the “same s*** situation” must end immediately or he will be looking for a sixth manager in just over a year. The Austrian head coach erupted in an explosive press conference following a 2-0 defeat at Brentford, which keeps Forest firmly in the Premier League relegation zone. With the team conceding two goals and failing to find the net, Glasner’s frustration was palpable as he warned that the current lack of intensity and output is no longer acceptable.
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The statistical reality of Forest’s season is dire, with the club sitting as the league’s lowest scorers, managing just six goals in nine matches. This offensive stagnation has fueled growing discontent among supporters, who booed their team off the field at Brentford Community Stadium. Glasner’s outburst reflects the pressure from owner Evangelos Marinakis, known for his ruthless decision-making, as the club navigates a turbulent period marked by managerial instability since August 2025.
In a display of newfound authority, Glasner revealed he refused a player’s request to travel back to Nottingham independently after the match, instead insisting on direct accountability. This incident highlights the shift in dynamic at the City Ground, where the “Mr Nice Guy” era is over. As Forest prepares for their next fixture, the focus remains on whether the squad can buy into Glasner’s high-intensity demands or if the club will continue its cycle of managerial turnover.
Source: Sky Sports
