Stan Collymore issues Evangelos Marinakis dig after Everton v Nottingham Forest drama

Stan Collymore has slammed Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis after the tweet that made headlines post the 2-0 loss against Everton.

He has labelled him “feisty” and has asked him to act with diplomacy as decisions go against every other Premier League club.

Thus far, the audio of the conversation between the referee and VAR has not been released with three decisions under the microscope.

Collymore wrote in his Caught Offside column on 26 April: “When I saw the initial tweet from the club, I genuinely wondered if it was real or if someone had faked it because the tone and rashness of its timing worried me. It didn’t excite me like it did a thousand social media keyboard warriors who were shouting: “GO FOREST, ON BEHALF OF FOOTBALL!”

“It’s worrying because I know how football works, and that is like most industries — by protocols, discussion, and solutions. If you read that post about the wrongdoing of your company after your shift, you’d better make damn sure HR are onside and your case is strong, otherwise, you’re in trouble — that’s all I worry about, Forest getting in trouble. “All clubs are unhappy with decisions, all are frustrated as hell with VAR and the slowness, the inconsistencies and to be honest I wish we could get rid of it for good. But the FA and Premier League, both as global brands, cannot, nor will they. Why? — Because it burns a fire for conspiracy theories and wears down the trust between fan and game. “Forest are left with their magnificent support, a feisty owner and a conflict with the league and governing body — something they can ill afford. I just wish them well and hope they realise that behind-the-scenes diplomacy, something the other 19 clubs manage, is better than shooting from the hip.”

Nottingham Forest laughing stocks after Everton defeat

Nottingham Forest’s actions following their defeat against the Toffees have turned them into the real losers and a laughing stock in the Premier League.

The club’s decision to publicly accuse a VAR official of being biased due to his alleged support for a rival team, Luton Town, has been met with widespread criticism and ridicule.

This accusation not only undermines the integrity of the match officials but also reflects poorly on the club’s management and sportsmanship.

The controversy has drawn the attention of the football community, with pundits and former players condemning Forest’s handling of the situation.

Instead of focusing on their performance and working on improving their game, the club has chosen to deflect blame and engage in public disputes with match officials. This approach has not only failed to garner sympathy but has also damaged their reputation within the football community.