According to reports, Dyche's rules include banning snoods and hats during training sessions. This is not a new policy for Dyche, as he also implemented it during his time as manager of Everton in 2023. Players are allowed to wear white socks if they choose to do so.

Dyche explained the reasoning behind the rules, stating that it is simply a matter of common sense. He believes that players should train in the same way they will play, and that wearing snoods, hats, and certain other items can be a distraction. He wants to break down the myths surrounding his strict approach, saying that it is not about being hard-nosed, but rather about doing things the way they should be done.

Nottingham Forest is currently at the bottom of the Premier League table, having not won a game since the start of the season. They face a challenging schedule, including a game against Porto in the Europa League on Thursday and a match against Bournemouth in the Premier League on Sunday.