Ange Postecoglou will be concerned that his first match as Nottingham Forest manager is against Arsenal, given his poor record when facing Mikel Arteta in the past. The Australian has been appointed to replace Nuno Santo at Forest, and his early task is to arrest a tough start to the season and restore momentum at a club with high ambitions.Postecoglou arrives with a mixed reputation, having won the Europa League last season, and with proven experience in both the Premier League and the Scottish top flight. Nonetheless, the immediate challenge for Forest is considerable, and a positive result in his first fixture would provide a vital signal that the club are moving in the right direction.A Demanding Debut for PostecoglouForest’s season to date has been difficult, and the expectation is that their new manager will need to effect change quickly. Facing Arsenal in his first match is therefore a stern assignment. A victory would be a clear endorsement of the appointment and would offer reassurance to supporters that the club’s ambition remains intact. Equally, a defeat would extend the pressure on a team already searching for consistency.The difficulty of the task is compounded by the quality of the opposition. Arsenal are widely regarded as one of the leading sides in the division, and they present tactical and technical demands that will test any manager in the Premier League. For Postecoglou, finding a way to unsettle the Gunners and extract a positive result will be his primary objective for the fixture.(Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)Head to Head History, and What It MeansAccording to Football Insider, Postecoglou’s recent record against Arteta is poor. His first meeting with Arsenal in 2023 finished as a 2-2 draw, but in the three subsequent matches between the two coaches, his Spurs team were defeated on each occasion. That sequence of results will be a source of concern, and it offers Arsenal cause for confidence heading into the game.History is, however, only one factor among many. Each match unfolds on its own terms, and Postecoglou will be able to adapt his tactics and personnel at Forest in an attempt to change the dynamic of his contests with Arteta. The new manager’s capacity to implement adjustments, and to galvanise a squad that needs points, will be tested.While the head-to-head record suggests Arsenal hold the psychological advantage, Postecoglou’s appointment brings fresh variables to Nottingham Forest. The coming fixture will therefore be a useful early barometer of whether the managerial change has the potential to reverse the club’s recent fortunes.__________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, please contact us through this link…More Stories / Latest NewsArteta’s record against Postecoglou points to an Arsenal win 12 September 2025, 10:00Bayern Munich was offered a chance to sign Arsenal man in the summer12 September 2025, 9:00Arsenal man may have already secured a World Cup starting spot11 September 2025, 23:00The post Arteta’s record against Postecoglou points to an Arsenal win appeared first on Just Arsenal News.