Dyche demands substance over style to get Forest going
LONDON: Sean Dyche said Nottingham Forest have to get back to basics if he is to turn around a disastrous start to the season that has already seen Nuno Espirito Santo and Ange Postecoglou sacked. Dyche will take charge for the first time against Porto in the Europa League on Thursday, returning to the City Ground where he began his playing career nearly 40 years ago. The former Burnley and Everton boss’ direct playing style has been criticized in the past for lacking flair. But those tactics are now in vogue in the Premier League with long throw-ins and long punts down the field from kick-off becoming commonplace this season. “I have seen enough fashionistas come in and out of this division,” said Dyche on Wednesday. “You’ve got to win the games, it’s as simple as that. “Long ball, short ball? You’ve just got to play effective football.