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Nottingham Forest expectation shifts as start under Oliver Glasner summed up in three words

Nottingham Forest have had a mixed start to the 2026/27 season under new head coach Oliver Glasner

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 9:14 AM
Nottingham Forest expectation shifts as start under Oliver Glasner summed up in three words
Key Things to Know
  • Nottingham Forest sit 13th in the Premier League table with five points from five matches.
  • A fan poll showed 50% expect Forest to finish between 11th and 14th under Oliver Glasner.
  • Forest suffered a home loss to Coventry City after previously securing a 2-1 victory at Aston Villa.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Nottingham Forest sit 13th in the Premier League table with five points after five games under head coach Oliver Glasner. The Reds entered the international break following a home defeat to Coventry City, though Glasner's tenure previously included a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa.

A Nottingham Post poll found that 50% of supporters expect an 11th to 14th place finish, reflecting shifted expectations from a preseason poll where 40% predicted sixth to 10th. Glasner has continued to stress patience, noting that the squad requires time to adapt following a prior season featuring four managers.

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