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Nottingham Forest have won just once this season after Oliver Glasner's arrival

Oliver Glasner insists his recent comments were meant to inspire change at Nottingham Forest.

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Oliver Glasner has clarified that his recent outburst following Nottingham Forest's defeat to Brentford was intended as a positive catalyst for change. The head coach expressed his frustration after the team's poor performance, which has left them in the relegation zone. Glasner emphasised the need for transformation, stating that he must change his approach and communicate clearly with the players to foster improvement.

In his post-match comments, Glasner acknowledged that the team has only won once since his arrival and has lost four of their last five matches. He believes that by addressing the issues directly, the team can begin to turn their fortunes around. Glasner noted that he aims to create a culture of accountability and motivation among the players to enhance their performance.

Glasner also mentioned that he hopes the recent criticism will lead to better training sessions and results. He stressed the importance of communication, saying that if problems are not highlighted, they cannot be resolved. He described his intention as constructive, aiming for a collective goal of success and improvement within the team.

While Glasner refrained from detailing specific changes in training, he indicated that he has increased his communication with players, both collectively and individually. He reiterated that his approach is not punitive but aimed at encouraging players to strive for better results. The head coach is focused on creating an environment where players feel motivated to ask how they can improve their game.

via Sky Sports

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