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Football Weekly Farewell Ange Postecoglou and Slot slip continues at Anfield – Football Weekly podcast
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Oct 20, 2025 Manchester United ended their Anfield drought with a thrilling late winner from Harry Maguire, prompting discussions on Erik ten Hag’s revitalized mentality. The panel delves into Ange Postecoglou's shocking sacking at Forest, dissecting tactical mismatches and fan dissatisfaction. Liverpool's struggles in form and tactics raise eyebrows, while Crystal Palace's drama includes a hat-trick from Mateta. Additionally, debates spring up about VAR controversies, Arsenal's title credentials, and whether modern stadiums have dulled home advantages.
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Ange's Brief Forest Spell
- Ange Postecoglou lasted 39 days and eight games at Forest, creating instant controversy.
- Fans and pundits saw his appointment and rapid dismissal as symptomatic of owner impatience and a lack of preseason time.
Why Forest's Change Failed Fast
- Forest supporters never fully got behind Postecoglou and his ideas required preseason to work.
- Owner impatience and volatile decisions accelerated an already fragile situation.
Maranakis Leaves Seat Moment
- Maranakis famously left his seat during Forest v Chelsea, fuelling theatre around the sacking.
- Barry suggests the owner spared Postecoglou immediate touchline dismissal and waited until after the game.