Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner expressed confusion over a critical video assistant referee decision during his side’s 1-1 Premier League draw against Ipswich Town on Friday, October 23, 2026, after defender Issa Diop avoided a red card for bringing down James McAtee.
Oliver Glasner Questions Issa Diop Penalty Box Incident at Ipswich Town
The main talking point from the fixture at Ipswich Town centered on an incident involving Nottingham Forest’s James McAtee and Ipswich defender Issa Diop during the first half. McAtee looked to be through on goal when Diop brought the forward down, denying what appeared to be an obvious goalscoring opportunity. Referee Thomas Bramall initially waved play on without awarding a free kick before the video assistant referee intervened to review the challenge.
Bramall was summoned to the pitchside monitor to inspect the challenge. While many anticipated a red card, the referee ultimately issued only a yellow card to Diop.
Manager Reaction to the Referee Decision and the Match Outcome
Speaking to broadcasters after the final whistle, the Nottingham Forest manager detailed his mixed feelings about the performance while remaining firm on the officiating call. He noted that his team dominated large stretches of the match, particularly after falling behind in an opening half that featured goals from Neco Williams and Julio Enciso.
Yes, I felt during the game it was a clear red card. I think he (McAtee) was preparing his finish by going a bit right. I think it was the wrong decison but we couldn’t have played a more dominant second half.
Glasner added that while he disagreed with the final verdict, he praised the referee’s procedure in reviewing the incident at the monitor. He also acknowledged a past parallel involving Dean Henderson during his time at Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final, noting a similar situation where a goalkeeper touched the ball outside the box without receiving a red card.
Nottingham Forest Manager Urges Patience After Winless Run
The draw at Ipswich Town extended Nottingham Forest’s winless run to four matches in the Premier League. Despite failing to convert their second-half dominance into a winning goal, the manager emphasized a calm approach to the team’s current form rather than manufacturing panic over missed chances.
The squad created enough chances to decide the match after the interval, prompting praise for the team spirit and collective reaction following the break. The manager urged his players to stay patient as they prepare for upcoming fixtures.