If Evangelos Marinakis arrived at the City Ground contemplating Steve Cooper’s future, he should have left in little doubt of where the vast majority of Nottingham Forest fans stand on the matter.
As the Reds owner headed for the tunnel after stepping on to the pitch pre-match, amid some applause there was a shout of “don’t sack him” from the stands. When the Forest boss then made the same walk in reverse, he was met with an incredible show of support as he headed to the dugout.
Cooper always receives a terrific reception when he emerges ahead of kick-off, but this one was particularly loud. A clear response to suggestions of the Welshman being under pressure. The unfurling of a banner which proclaimed “leader of the Garibaldi” alongside an image of the head coach only emphasised the point.
