Ange Postecoglou’s Premier League return didn’t go unnoticed — especially by Arsenal fans, who wasted no time reminding him of his Tottenham past.
The new Nottingham Forest boss endured a tough start at the Emirates as his side fell 3-0, but the loudest blow came from the stands.
The Australian manager was back in the Premier League spotlight just week after taking charge of Forest, and Arsenal supporters spotted their chance.
The chants grew louder with each goal, with the Gunners faithful mocking Postecoglou’s difficult history against Mikel Arteta.
It was never going to be an easy afternoon. Forest were already struggling with injuries at the back, and once Murillo hobbled off, the defense looked stretched.
Arsenal seized control, Martin Zubimendi opened the scoring, and the rest was routine. Postecoglou, meanwhile, faced the soundtrack of a derby rivalry that followed him into new colors.
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“Are you Tottenham in disguise?”
The loudest moment of the afternoon came when Arsenal fans taunted Postecoglou with: “Sacked in the morning” and “Are you Tottenham in disguise?”
The chants drew laughs across the Emirates, though the Australian cut a frustrated figure on the touchline.
Postecoglou still has the backing of Forest supporters, and one defeat to a strong Arsenal side won’t define his tenure. But the welcome back to the Premier League was as sharp as any North London derby.
Fresh Arsenal worry as Odegaard limps off with new injury
The banter from the stands wasn’t the only talking point. Arsenal’s win came with fresh concern as Martin Odegaard was forced off with what looked like a shoulder problem.
Journalist Fabrizio Romano reported: “Martin Odegaard, out with new shoulder injury to be assessed by Arsenal staff.”
🚨⚠️ Martin Ødegaard, out with new shoulder injury to be assessed by Arsenal staff. pic.twitter.com/qclctAX41W
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 13, 2025
The Norwegian playmaker has been central to Arsenal’s plans, and this setback adds to a growing list of injuries.
Bukayo Saka, William Saliba, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Jesus are already sidelined. Losing their captain so early in the season would be another major blow.
For now, Odegaard will be checked further, but Arsenal fans will be hoping this is a knock rather than something long-term.
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