NOTTINGHAM FOREST FANS DEMAND PLAYER IS ‘DROPPED FROM SQUAD’ AGAINST LEED UNITED FOLLOWING WHAT HE DID AGAINST PALACE

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Nottingham Forest supporters are furious — and they’re not hiding it anymore. After another frustrating afternoon that ended in disappointment against Crystal Palace, large sections of the Forest fanbase have reached breaking point, with one player now firmly in the firing line. The reaction has been swift, loud, and brutal, with many supporters insisting the club “won’t win another game this season with him in the team.”

Social media platforms have been flooded with angry posts, fan forums are boiling over, and phone-in shows are dominated by one demand: this player must be dropped from the squad entirely for the upcoming clash against Leeds United.

The Crystal Palace defeat was supposed to be a chance for Forest to steady the ship. Instead, it became the final straw.

“Cost Us the Game” – Fans Lose Patience

From the opening whistle at Selhurst Park, Forest looked nervous, disjointed, and fragile — but it was one moment, one sequence of play, that ignited the outrage. A careless error, widely described by fans as “schoolboy defending,” handed Palace the initiative and shifted the momentum decisively against Forest.

Supporters immediately turned their attention to the individual involved. Within minutes, calls for substitution echoed across social media. By full-time, the verdict was ruthless.

“He’s single-handedly dragging us down,” wrote one fan on X.

“We won’t win another game this season with him starting,” said another.

“Drop him. Simple. Enough chances,” read a comment that gained thousands of likes.

For many, it wasn’t just about one mistake. It was the latest entry in a growing list of errors, poor decisions, and performances that fans believe have directly cost Forest points this season.

A Pattern Fans Can No Longer Ignore

What has truly fueled the outrage is the feeling that this isn’t an isolated incident. Supporters point to previous matches where the same player struggled under pressure, lost concentration at crucial moments, or failed to show the fight expected from someone wearing the Forest shirt.

In a relegation battle — or even a season teetering on disappointment — patience is thin. Forest fans pride themselves on backing their players, but they also demand accountability. Many now believe the manager’s loyalty to this particular player has gone too far.

“This isn’t personal,” one supporter wrote. “It’s about survival. Pick the team that gives us the best chance to win.”

Leeds United Clash Adds Pressure

The timing couldn’t be worse. Leeds United are next, and Forest fans know just how dangerous that fixture could be. Leeds bring intensity, pace, and relentless pressing — exactly the kind of opponent that exposes hesitation and defensive fragility.

That’s why the demand to drop this player has grown louder ahead of the match. Supporters fear that if he starts against Leeds, the consequences could be disastrous.

“He’ll be targeted from the first minute,” warned one fan.

“Leeds will smell blood,” said another.

“If he plays, we’re in trouble before kickoff.”

The consensus among large sections of the fanbase is clear: changes must be made now, not later.

Manager Under Scrutiny

While much of the anger is directed at the player, the manager is not escaping criticism either. Fans are questioning selection decisions and whether reputation and transfer fees are being prioritized over current form.

There is a growing belief that dropping this player wouldn’t be a punishment — but a necessary reset. Some supporters argue that time on the bench could relieve pressure, allow reflection, and potentially salvage confidence.

Others are less forgiving, insisting he should be removed from the matchday squad altogether.

“You can’t keep rewarding failure,” one post read bluntly.

Dressing Room Impact?

There is also concern about how repeated mistakes affect the rest of the team. Fans have noted visible frustration from teammates during matches — arms raised, heads dropped, shouted instructions going unanswered.

Confidence is fragile, and supporters fear that continuing with the same lineup sends the wrong message to the squad.

Forest need unity, belief, and trust on the pitch — and right now, many fans believe that trust is broken.

A Defining Decision Looms

As Nottingham Forest prepare for the crucial showdown against Leeds United, all eyes will be on the team sheet. The manager’s decision could either calm the storm or pour fuel on the fire.

Dropping the player would be seen by many fans as a sign of strength and decisiveness. Keeping him in the squad — especially in the starting XI — could trigger an even bigger backlash if results don’t improve.

One thing is undeniable: Forest supporters have spoken, loudly and clearly.

Whether the message is acted upon remains to be seen — but if the same mistakes happen again against Leeds, the fallout could be even more severe.