Ange Postecoglou make joke about being sacked by Nottingham Forest

Ange Postecoglou quipped he might need to secure silverware in his debut campaign at Nottingham Forest - just to survive in the role. The Australian assumed control at the City Ground following a dramatic week which saw the 60 year old step in for Nuno Espirito Santo.

His managerial track record - which continued at Spurs where he claimed the Europa League - shows he typically delivers trophies in his sophomore season. However, considering the volatile temperament of Nottingham Forest's proprietor Evangelos Marinakis, even the candid Postecoglou acknowledged the mounting expectations.

When questioned about his impressive heritage, Forest's new gaffer remarked: "I won a couple of trophies in my first season as well. In my first year at Celtic, I won a double."

Pressed on whether he could claim silverware during his inaugural stint in the east Midlands, he responded: "Yeah, of course I can. I might have to, to have a second year."

Postecoglou revealed he cut short his 60th birthday festivities to answer a telephone call which ultimately led to his appointment replacing Nuno at the City Ground.

He explained that a few mates had come around to celebrate a kind of 'Hangover' weekend - in reference to the famous film.

This was disrupted by discussions regarding the potential vacancy at the headquarters of the two-time former European champions.

When asked about managing Marinakis, he concluded: "I don't know - I've only met him a few times and just said: 'Yes,' to him.

"People can't deny that he's taken over this football club for the right intentions. It wasn't a vehicle for people to find out who he is or to thrust himself into the spotlight. He wants to have a team of winners. It's not easy.

"He could have gone to London, taken over one of the big clubs and you are guaranteed success.

"I love the fact he's picked up the fantastic history of a club in the Championship and he's take it back into Europe.

"There's real merit in doing that and I think that tells you enough about the kind of person he is."