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The Forest manager is now in a precarious position. When Midtjylland netted their final goal on a counterattack, the manager was seen to rest both hands on his head. The response from sections of the home support was swift and brutal, with chants of "You'll be fired in the morning" echoing around the ground just 23 days into his reign.

Subsequently, the situation worsened as fans began singing the name of his predecessor Nuno Espírito Santo, with many turning towards owner Evangelos Marinakis in the executive seats.

The coach later insisted that the team had done their homework for what they knew would be a challenging match. He acknowledged that the opposition would be unpredictable opponents, but their direct style of play in the end proved Forest's downfall. The visiting team scored twice from dead-ball situations before securing a final goal after stealing possession in midfield.

A Night of Disappointment at the City Ground

Prior to the start, the event had been billed as a memorable return for Forest, being their first continental home game here after a notable match in 1996. Everything was set for a successful night: fireworks, a packed crowd, and a impressive tifo in the stands showing the manager and a slogan of optimism.

• However, in spite of the pregame atmosphere, there was a clear sense that this game could be a trap.
• Forest are now dealing with heightened pressure and fell behind at halftime after again giving up a goal from a set piece.
• The issue has been a recurring problem, after a comparable setback against another opponent just days before.

Defensive Issues and Fitness Worries

The team's defensive frailties were additionally highlighted when important centre-back Murillo limped off with an issue before the 30-minute mark. The squad has now failed to keep a clean sheet in any of their nine matches this season.

Postecoglou's previous team also struggled with set-piece defending last season, and this problem appears to have carried over to his new role. This included another close call when a header from a set piece went just wide, sparking an early debate among fans in the stands.

After the Break Push Falls Short

The home team had the better of the second half and created several opportunities. Elliot Anderson sent a effort wide, causing the coach clearly annoyed. Other members of the team likewise tried their luck from range, but lacking a breakthrough.

{The visitors appeared content to sit back and soak up pressure, though their physicality in the tackle led to complaints from the home dugout towards the referee.

Late, substitute the striker had the ball in the net twice, but each efforts were disallowed for offside. Forest pushed to apply the pressure, leading to a panicked defensive action in the final moments, but it was the small contingent of away supporters who were celebrating at the end of the game.

The result leaves Postecoglou now six games with no a win, increasing the scrutiny on his position after just over three weeks in charge.