Former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA referee, Keith Hackett, believes that Nottingham Forest was unfortunate not to be awarded a second penalty in their Europa League defeat against Midtjylland. Hackett specifically highlighted an incident where Morgan Gibbs-White was brought down in the penalty area and stated that the player deserved a spot-kick.
This missed penalty opportunity added to the frustration for Forest supporters, who are already calling for manager Ange Postecoglou to be sacked due to the team’s lack of wins in his first six games in charge. The 3-2 defeat against Midtjylland on Thursday further added to the pressure on Postecoglou, with the team struggling to secure positive results.
The disappointment of not being awarded a penalty kick, especially in a crucial moment when the chance to equalize was on the line, amplified the sense of missed opportunities for Nottingham Forest. The VAR system, despite being available, did not intervene due to technical difficulties in the first half, leaving the decision up to the on-field officials.
The defeat to Midtjylland followed a previous loss to Sunderland, leaving Nottingham Forest in a precarious position near the relegation zone. With Postecoglou under mounting pressure to turn things around and earn the support of the fans, the need for improved performances and results is becoming increasingly urgent for the manager and the team.
