Nottingham Forest have sacked Ange Postecoglou after he failed to win any of his eight games in charge. Forest were beaten 3-0 at home by Chelsea on Saturday lunchtime and within 20 minutes of the full-time whistle, the club announced Postecoglou had been dismissed. By that time, he had already left the City Ground after just 39 days at the helm. Sean Dyche is an early contender to take over the Reds.
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Under-fire boss Ange Postecoglou delivered a passionate defence of his legacy as he vowed to win silverware at Nottingham Forest if given time. The 60-year-old is under pressure after failing to win any of his opening seven games since replacing Nuno Espirito Santo last month. Forest have been assessing their options during the international break, with ex-Burnley boss Sean Dyche among the names considered as a potential replacement.
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The Republic of Ireland breathed new life into their World Cup qualifying campaign with a much-needed win over 10-man Armenia at Aviva Stadium. Aided by Armenia captain Tigran Barseghyan’s red card for aiming a headbutt at Finn Azaz early in the second half, the hosts overcame a sluggish start and scored the only goal through Evan Ferguson.
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Ireland’s woes continued in Portugal as an injury-time goal proved the difference as Heimir Hallgrimsson’s side were narrowly edged out in Lisbon, losing 1-0 at the Jose Alvalade Stadium. A brave and battling performance eventually counted for nothing as the home side, once again, broke Irish hearts in added time thanks to Ruben Neves’ powerful header.
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Steven Gerrard will meet Rangers’ owners in London over the coming days to hold talks over a sensational return to Ibrox. The former Rangers boss was due to arrive on Wednesday evening and is scheduled to meet with Rangers’ American owners Andrew Cavenagh and Paraag Marathe, who are leading the hunt for a new head coach. Gerrard is one of a number of credible candidates Rangers plan to speak to this week, as they look to replace Russell Martin, who was sacked after Sunday’s draw at Falkirk.
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