The Totally Football Show with James Richardson Ange arrives at Forest, England click and the Manchester derby
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Sep 11, 2025 Matt Davies from the Forest Focus podcast brings insight into the whirlwind change at Nottingham Forest with Ange Postecoglou stepping in as manager. They discuss the implications of this managerial shift on team performance and tactical approaches. The conversation also highlights England's impressive 5-0 victory against Serbia, focusing on standout players and strategic improvements. Get ready for a thrilling Manchester derby, as the hosts predict key matchups and evaluate the evolving Premier League landscape.
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Forest's Midnight Sacking And Fan Reaction
- Matt Davies described the midnight sacking of Nuno and the dawn hiring of Ange, recounting a four-hour Forest Focus deep-dive reaction stream.
- He emphasised fan shock but urged remembering Nuno's achievements and the strange timing of the dismissal.
Forest's Data Eases Tactical Transition
- Matt Davies argued Forest's underlying data already showed proactive pressing and decent possession despite tactical difference with Ange.
- He suggested that some players (Anderson, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi) could flourish under a more expressive Ange system.
Introduce Ange's Style Gradually
- Adrian Clarke recommended a gradual stylistic change rather than immediate full 'Ange ball' to avoid exposing players like Milenkovic.
- He warned that a sudden high line would risk heavy defeats and confusion among defenders.