ange Postecoglou
Ange Postecoglou is determined to make a significant impact at Nottingham Forest by targeting success in the Carabao Cup. The newly appointed head coach aims to repay the faith shown by the club’s ambitious owner, Evangelos Marinakis. Marinakis, a Greek businessman, expressed his desire for trophies when Postecoglou’s appointment was announced. Despite not having met Marinakis in person since his arrival, Postecoglou acknowledges the support he has received from the club’s hierarchy.
Ange Postecoglou said: “I haven’t seen him because he’s not been here. And I was contemplating switching my phone off for a couple of days after the loss! He’s been good. He’s reached out. Everyone’s been really supportive, including him. He knows the challenge that’s before us, but he’s very ambitious. Maybe it does, but ultimately the relationship is always the same. You’ve seen he’s supported both the previous managers very, very well since they’ve been here. That’s all you can ask for as a manager – that you get supported. I know I will be, and hopefully I can repay that.”
He added: “Everyone’s been fantastic. I’ve just got a really good feeling in the club. No one will be able to see your personal information and you will only receive messages from the NottinghamshireLive Reds writers. They’re very proud of what they’ve achieved so far and very ambitious. They’re constantly looking for ways to improve in every aspect. I’ve settled in really quickly. Not just me, the staff and the players have all been brilliant. I feel like it’s been longer than seven days.”
Postecoglou’s commitment to achieving success is evident as he reflects on his previous experience in the Carabao Cup with Tottenham Hotspur, where he reached the semi-finals last season. He is eager to take Nottingham Forest further, emphasizing the importance of seizing every opportunity to win silverware. The Carabao Cup presents an excellent chance for Postecoglou to make a mark and meet the expectations of both the club and its supporters.
Ange Postecoglou stated: “Yes, absolutely. I got to the semi-finals last year. Every opportunity you have to win a trophy, you shouldn’t let go because it’s hard to win things in football. Especially when you’re at a club that has had success in the past but the supporters want more of it, then, for sure, this cup gives us an opportunity to progress. We want to give ourselves every opportunity to win some silverware. All the games are important, both in the context of the club’s ambition but also in the context of where we are in terms of the season. It’s a great opportunity for us tomorrow night to implement some of the things that we want to do over the next period.”
The upcoming Carabao Cup match represents a crucial moment for Postecoglou and Nottingham Forest as they aim to implement their strategies and demonstrate their potential. With the backing of Marinakis and the ambition to succeed, Postecoglou is poised to lead Forest to new heights in the competition.
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