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December 16, 2025
Fitness, camaraderie and aggression: how Sean Dyche revitalised Forest
Early season chaos has given way to an approach based on solidity and utilising the squad’s attacking strengths
TL;DR
- Nottingham Forest has moved up to fifth in the Premier League standings since Sean Dyche became manager.
- Dyche inherited a team in a precarious position, but has since overseen an impressive turnaround.
- Only four teams have accumulated more points than Forest since Dyche's appointment.
- The team's improved form is attributed to rebuilding morale, clear communication, and a focus on defensive solidity.
- Dyche has implemented more intense training sessions to improve player fitness and playing intensity.
- The team has returned to a 4-2-3-1 formation, encouraging wingers and utilizing counter-attacking strengths.
- Forest has shown glimpses of adapting their style, moving from direct play towards a potential possession-based game.
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