Ange Postecoglou Takes Over Al-Nassr

Ange Postecoglou has become Al-Nassr's 12th coach of the 2020s, a challenge that is likely to be one of the biggest of his career. When he left Nottingham Forest in October, few would have predicted his next move would be to Riyadh.

Background

This is a coach who always wins something in his second season, but there is little chance of a second season if there is no trophy in the first. The fact that he is the club's 12th coach in the 2020s alone is a stark reminder that failure is not an option.

Key Details

In May, Cristiano Ronaldo lifted the Saudi Pro League title and soon after Al-Nassr head coach Jorge Jesus left to take the Portugal job. Taking over the Saudi Arabian champions and their star-studded squad may seem like a comfortable gig, but this will be anything but.

What It Means

The financial issues that have meant a quiet summer in the transfer market won't be accepted as an excuse for not winning. With the pressure to deliver, Ange Postecoglou's tenure at Al-Nassr will be closely watched.