Ange-ball was "impossible" to implement as Ange Postecoglou's managerial stint at Nottingham Forest began with a tough 3-0 defeat to Arsenal at Emirates Stadium.
The Australian was sacked by Tottenham in June, but he was back in the Premier League hot seat on Saturday against a rampant Gunners outfit who showed why they are one of the favourites for this season's title.
Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi scored a double and Viktor Gyokeres an easy tap-in during the rout.