Why did Nottingham Forest sack Vitor Pereira?

Forest terminated Pereira’s contract despite a Europa League semi-final and Premier League safety, citing a need for a manager who can take the club to the next level. Pereira’s 16-month tenure delivered a 53.7% win rate and a first continental semi-final since 1996.

Who is Oliver Glasner and what has he won?

Glasner arrives from Crystal Palace, where he secured an FA Cup and Europa Conference League double in his only season. His Crystal Palace side conceded the fewest non-penalty goals in the Premier League last term (30) and recorded 15 clean sheets.

How many managers have Nottingham Forest had in the past year?

Forest have appointed their fifth manager in fewer than 12 months: Steve Cooper, Chris Woodgate, Nuno Espírito Santo, Vitor Pereira, and now Oliver Glasner.

What is the reported cost of releasing Oliver Glasner from Crystal Palace?

Forest triggered a release clause reported to be around £3 million to bring Glasner to the City Ground. His Crystal Palace contract ran until 2026.

When does Oliver Glasner start at Nottingham Forest?

Glasner’s first training session is scheduled for 12 August, with his competitive debut set for the Premier League opener against Brighton on 17 August.

Forest fire their hero Pereira, parachute Glasner in

Nottingham Forest sack a manager who delivered a European semi-final and safety, then name Oliver Glasner—trophy-winning at Palace—in a fifth managerial change in a year.

ByKostadin Stamboliev1 sourcePublished 3 Jul, 11:11

Forest fire their hero Pereira, parachute Glasner in

Nottingham Forest have terminated Vitor Pereira’s reign just three months after he steered the club to a Europa League semi-final and Premier League safety. The decision ends a 16-month tenure in which Pereira oversaw a 19-point turnaround that preserved Forest’s top-flight status and delivered continental football for the first time since 1996. 7% win rate.

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