The 007 phenomenon, which originated from a graphic designer at Sky Sport Germany, has taken an unexpected turn. Players who go seven games without a direct goal contribution are now humorously referred to as “007.” Recently, Nottingham Forest manager Ange Postecoglou has found himself in a similar predicament, with his team failing to win any of their first seven matches.
Postecoglou’s situation is particularly notable, given his impressive track record. After a successful stint at Celtic, he took over Tottenham Hotspur and led them to the Europa League title. However, his second season was marred by a disappointing finish, and he was ultimately sacked.
The Australian manager’s appointment at Forest seemed like a masterstroke, given his ability to bring success to underperforming teams. However, things have not gone according to plan. Despite his team’s entertaining style, Forest sits 17th in the Premier League, and Postecoglou’s future looks uncertain.
The question on everyone’s mind is: how did it come to this? Postecoglou’s relationship with owner Evangelos Marinakis appears to have soured, and the manager’s comments about their dynamic have raised eyebrows.
As the dust settles, one thing is clear: Postecoglou’s tenure at Forest has been a rollercoaster ride. With a team capable of playing at a high tempo, can he turn things around and bring success to the East Midlands? Only time will tell.
