(Credit: Imago)

Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham record vs Arsenal ahead of Nottingham Forest bow

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12 Sep 2025, 5:40 am

Ange Postecoglou is set for his first game back in management after leaving Tottenham this summer.

Postecoglou's appointment at Nottingham Forest has been met with mixed reactions, given the popularity of Nuno Espirito Santo - another ex-Spurs boss - at the City Ground.

However, supporters of the East Midlands club will soon learn what the 60-year-old is all about.

Forest face Arsenal in the Premier League on Saturday, but how did the Australian fare against the Gunners while in charge of Spurs?

A close up image of Ange Postecoglou in the Tottenham dugout.

The former Celtic boss will return to the dugout at the Emirates Stadium (Credit: Imago)

Ange Postecoglou never beat Arsenal while Tottenham boss

Postecoglou's appointment by Forest has been questioned by many, given his style of play.

However, Evangelos Marinakis clearly eyes trophy potential, and that has been echoed by the Australian.

While he will want to get off to the perfect start, it does not come much tougher than an away trip against Arsenal.

During his time as Spurs boss, Postecoglou endured a rotten time, earning just one point in four matches.

24 September 2023 - Arsenal 2-2 Spurs
28 April 2024 - Spurs 2-3 Arsenal
15 September 2024 - Tottenham 0-1 Arsenal
15 January 2025 - Arsenal 2-1 Tottenham

Despite suffering three losses, it is fair to say that the 60-year-old's side were not steamrolled by the Gunners.

However, he will be desperate for a different narrative when he faces the North London club with his new side.

Ange Postecoglou covers his mouth with his right hand.

Postecoglou could be in for a difficult start (Credit: Imago)

What is Nottingham Forest's record vs Arsenal?

While Postecoglou has endured a tough time against the Gunners, Forest have not fared much better.

The East Midlands club have won one of their last five against Arsenal
That win ensured their survival in 2023
Forest have not beaten the Gunners away from home since 1989

Forest held the North London club to a 0-0 draw at the City Ground when they last met.

Moreover, their last win against Arsenal came in a 1-0 win in May of 2023, thanks to a goal from Taiwo Awoniyi.

If he manages to bag all three points, then it should not take Forest supporters long to warm to their new boss.

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