{
  "id": 7028624,
  "title": "I’m really proud of Aina –Glasner",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/im-really-proud-of-aina-glasner",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-13T00:51:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/im-really-proud-of-aina-glasner/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nottingham Forest's manager, Oliver Glasner, shared the story behind his decision to bring on Super Eagles' defender, Ola Aina, as a centre-back for the club’s 2-1 victory over Aston Villa at Villa Park. This win marked Forest’s first Premier League triumph of the season. Glasner explained that he approached Aina with the proposal after receiving confirmation of injuries to the club’s regular central defenders on the evening before the match. Glasner informed Aina and his fellow defender, Ousmane Diomande, of the change and specifically questioned Aina on his ability to adapt to the new role. Aina responded positively, expressing his belief in his capacity to succeed. During the game, Aina's performance proved his confidence, as he recorded three tackles, one interception, four clearances, and two recoveries while playing as the left-sided centre-back in a back three formation. Forest's manager expressed pride in the team's performance and the win, highlighting the challenges faced and the progress made under his management.",
  "summary": "Nottingham Forest manager, Oliver Glasner, explains why he played Super Eagles defender Ola Aina as a centre-back in their 2-1 win over Aston Villa. Read More: https://punchng.com/im-really-proud-of-aina-glasner/",
  "key_points": [
    "Manager Oliver Glasner brought in Ola Aina as center-back.",
    "Aina recorded three tackles, one interception, four clearances, and two recoveries.",
    "Glasner expressed pride in team's performance and win."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Glasner's willingness to adapt and trust players like Aina in new roles signals a flexible approach that may serve Nottingham Forest well in navigating the challenges of the Premier League season.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "I’m really proud of Aina –Glasner",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/im-really-proud-of-aina-glasner-7031138",
        "published": "2026-09-13T00:51:29.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "EPL: Why I played Ola Aina as centre-back in 2-1 win over Aston Villa – Nottingham Forest boss, Glasner",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/epl-why-i-played-ola-aina-as-centre-back-in-2-1-win-over-aston-villa",
        "published": "2026-09-13T06:26:17.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}