Report | December 30
Nottingham Forest | 2 - 1 | Manchester United |
Nicolás Domínguez 64 | Marcus Rashford 78 | |
Morgan Gibbs-White 82 |
46% | Possession | 54% |
8 | Total Shots | 10 |
2 | Shots on Target | 5 |
4 | Corners | 5 |
9 | Fouls | 11 |
Nicolás Domínguez netted the first goal of the match for Forest in the 64th minute following some good work by Gonzalo Montiel. Man United's Marcus Rashford responded with a tying goal in the 78th minute. With the scores level, Morgan Gibbs-White netted a timely 82nd minute goal that proved to be the difference, securing Forest all three points.
Morgan Gibbs-White had a field day, registering 6 crosses. Both teams showed flashes in the passing game. Forest had 398 completed passes while Man United completed 482 passes.
Forest make it back-to-back wins. Meanwhile, Man United's mixed form continues.
Nicolás Domínguez | Marcus Rashford |
Scored 1 goal | Scored 1 goal |
2 blocked shots (1st in the game) | Drew 1 foul (2nd on their team) |
Next up, Forest have a massive game against Brentford on Saturday, January 20th. While Man United meet Tottenham at Old Trafford on Sunday, January 14th. Can the Tricky Trees make it three wins in a row? Will United improve their form?
Report | December 26
Newcastle United | 1 - 3 | Nottingham Forest |
Alexander Isak 23 [PK] | Chris Wood 45, 53, 60 |
61% | Possession | 39% |
19 | Total Shots | 15 |
7 | Shots on Target | 6 |
10 | Corners | 2 |
10 | Fouls | 11 |
Alexander Isak netted a penalty to open up the scoring for Newcastle in the 23rd minute. Forest's Chris Wood then responded with a tying goal in the 45th minute. With the game tied, Forest continued their scoring with goals in the 53rd and 60th that proved to be the difference, as Forest came back from their initial deficit to defeat Newcastle.
Danilo's excellent reading of the game was on show again, he intercepted the ball 3 times. The Magpies' passing game will give them reason to be confident in their next game, clocking up 508 completed passes. The Tricky Trees only managed 333.
Forest come away with a much-needed three points. Meanwhile, Newcastle have now taken 0 points from a possible 6.
Chris Wood | Anthony Elanga |
Scored 3 goals | Assisted 2 goals |
1 corner won | Drew 2 fouls (1st on their team) |
Next up, Newcastle meet Liverpool at Anfield on Monday, January 1st. While Forest meet Man United at The City Ground on Saturday, December 30th. Will the Magpies get out of this rough patch? Can this be the start of a winning streak for the Tricky Trees?
Report | December 23
Nottingham Forest | 2 - 3 | AFC Bournemouth |
Anthony Elanga 47 | Dominic Solanke 51, 58, 90 | |
Chris Wood 74 |
32% | Possession | 68% |
11 | Total Shots | 18 |
5 | Shots on Target | 7 |
6 | Corners | 6 |
10 | Fouls | 10 |
This match was quite the high-scoring affair. Anthony Elanga got the opener for Forest in the 47th minute following some good work by Chris Wood. After the first goal, Bournemouth responded in a big way, with a 3 goal barrage. Forest added another one goal but it was not enough as Bournemouth took the three points.
Marcos Senesi was relentless, getting 7 crosses into the opposition box. The Cherries moved the ball about nicely to take the win, completing 272 more passes than their opponents.
Bournemouth keep their winning streak alive. Meanwhile, it's another game, another loss for Forest.
Dominic Solanke | Chris Wood |
Scored 3 goals | Assisted 1 goal |
2 corners won | 2 corners won |
Both squads play next on Tuesday, December 26th. Forest meet Newcastle at St James' Park, while Bournemouth meet Fulham at Vitality Stadium. Will the Tricky Trees get out of this rough patch? Can the Cherries keep their great form going?
Report | December 15
Nottingham Forest | 0 - 2 | Tottenham Hotspur |
Richarlison 45 | ||
Dejan Kulusevski 65 |
33% | Possession | 67% |
15 | Total Shots | 12 |
1 | Shots on Target | 6 |
6 | Corners | 4 |
16 | Fouls | 11 |
Tottenham's Dejan Kulusevski set up Richarlison for the opening score in the 45th minute. He then followed the assist with a goal of his own in the 65th minute, and there was nothing between the teams for the remainder, resulting in a 2-0 win.
Son Heungmin and Pedro Porro continually probed down the flank, each getting 5 crosses into the box. Cheikhou Kouyaté failed to make a big impact on the game for Forest, only touching the ball 17 times. Spurs' range of passing won them the day in the end, completing 291 more passes than the Tricky Trees.
It's another win for Tottenham as they make it two on the bounce. Meanwhile, Forest's mixed form continues.
Dejan Kulusevski | Richarlison |
Assisted 1 goal | Scored 1 goal |
Scored 1 goal | 2 tackles won |
Both squads play next on Saturday, December 23rd. Forest meet Bournemouth at The City Ground, while Tottenham will fancy their chances against Everton. Will the Tricky Trees improve their form? Can Spurs make it three wins in a row?
Report | December 9
Wolverhampton Wanderers | 1 - 1 | Nottingham Forest |
Matheus Cunha 32 | Harry Toffolo 14 |
68% | Possession | 32% |
10 | Total Shots | 8 |
4 | Shots on Target | 2 |
4 | Corners | 3 |
9 | Fouls | 11 |
Forest flew out of the blocks in this one with a 14th minute Harry Toffolo goal following some good work by Neco Williams. Wolves responded well, equalising through Matheus Cunha after 32 minutes, and that's how it finished.
Pablo Sarabia had a field day, registering 7 crosses. For Forest, Harry Toffolo continually probed down the flank, getting 5 crosses into the box. Wolves completed 346 more passes than the Tricky Trees but it was still spoils shared at the end of the match.
Wolves' unpredictable form continues. Meanwhile, Forest end their streak of defeats.
Matheus Cunha | Neco Williams |
4 shots on target (6th in the Premier League) | Assisted 1 goal |
Scored 1 goal | Drew 4 fouls (25th in the Premier League) |
Next up, Wolves meet West Ham at London Stadium on Sunday, December 17th. While Forest face the challenge of Tottenham on Friday, December 15th. Can Wolves do better next time? Will the Tricky Trees continue to make strides?
Report | December 6
Fulham | 5 - 0 | Nottingham Forest |
Alex Iwobi 30, 73 | ||
Raúl Jiménez 34, 54 | ||
Tom Cairney 86 |
64% | Possession | 36% |
14 | Total Shots | 4 |
6 | Shots on Target | 1 |
6 | Corners | 1 |
7 | Fouls | 10 |
Alex Iwobi got the opener for Fulham in the 30th minute after being found by Willian. After the first goal, Fulham proceeded to add on 4 more goals on the way to a 5 goal thrashing of Forest.
Alex Iwobi was one step ahead all game, recording 3 interceptions. The Cottagers completed 294 more passes than the Tricky Trees, controlling the ball throughout and enabling them to take the win.
Fulham get back to winning ways. Meanwhile, it's more misery for Forest as they lose again.
Raúl Jiménez | Alex Iwobi |
Scored 2 goals | Scored 2 goals |
Drew 3 fouls (1st in the game) | 3 interceptions (1st in the game) |
Next up, Fulham take on West Ham at Craven Cottage on Sunday, December 10th. While Forest meet Wolves at Molineux Stadium on Saturday, December 9th. Can the Cottagers win again? Will the Tricky Trees halt their terrible form?
Report | December 2
Nottingham Forest | 0 - 1 | Everton |
Dwight McNeil 67 |
62% | Possession | 38% |
13 | Total Shots | 12 |
2 | Shots on Target | 3 |
4 | Corners | 3 |
15 | Fouls | 14 |
After a scoreless first 45 minutes, Dwight McNeil got the opener for Everton in the 67th minute. This lone goal proved decisive, as Everton held on to beat Forest and take all three points.
Dwight McNeil was relentless, getting 12 crosses into the opposition box. For Forest, Murillo was a frequent offender, committing 4 fouls. The Tricky Trees completed 234 more passes than the Toffees but ultimately weren't able to make it count as they lost the game.
Everton get back to winning ways. Meanwhile, it's more misery for Forest as they lose again.
Dwight McNeil | Ryan Yates |
12 crosses (11th in the Premier League) | Drew 6 fouls (2nd in the Premier League) |
Scored 1 goal | 5 tackles won |
Next up, Forest meet Fulham at Craven Cottage on Wednesday, December 6th. While Everton take on Newcastle at Goodison Park on Thursday, December 7th. Will the Tricky Trees halt their terrible form? Can the Toffees win again?
Report | November 25
Nottingham Forest | 2 - 3 | Brighton & Hove Albion |
Anthony Elanga 3 | Evan Ferguson 26 | |
Morgan Gibbs-White 76 [PK] | João Pedro 45, 58 [PK] |
46% | Possession | 54% |
18 | Total Shots | 11 |
5 | Shots on Target | 5 |
6 | Corners | 4 |
12 | Fouls | 7 |
This match was quite the high-scoring affair. Anthony Elanga opened the score for Forest in the third minute after a set up by Morgan Gibbs-White. After the first goal, Brighton responded in a big way, with a 3 goal barrage. Forest added another one goal but it was not enough as Brighton took the three points.
Joël Veltman racked up 3 interceptions throughout the game, constantly frustrating the Tricky Trees. Billy Gilmour kept the ball nicely with a pass completion rate of 91%. Despite the Seagulls' victory, the passing game was close as Forest had 467 completed passes while Brighton completed 555 passes.
Brighton get the win they've been craving. Meanwhile, Forest will hope this isn't the start of a losing streak.
João Pedro | Morgan Gibbs-White |
1 penalty won | 5 blocked shots (2nd in the Premier League) |
Scored 2 goals | 7 shots (7th in the Premier League) |
Next up, Forest take on Everton at The City Ground on Saturday, December 2nd. While Brighton meet Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, December 3rd. Will the Tricky Trees get out of this rough patch? Can this be the start of a winning streak for the Seagulls?
Report | November 12
West Ham United | 3 - 2 | Nottingham Forest |
Lucas Paquetá 3 | Taiwo Awoniyi 44 | |
Jarrod Bowen 65 | Anthony Elanga 63 | |
Tomáš Souček 88 |
54% | Possession | 46% |
16 | Total Shots | 10 |
6 | Shots on Target | 5 |
9 | Corners | 4 |
9 | Fouls | 12 |
Lucas Paquetá netted the first goal of the match for West Ham in the third minute. After the first, West Ham proceeded to add on 2 more goals. Forest nearly kept up in this high-scoring affair, scoring 2 of their own, but it wasn't enough as West Ham narrowly took the win in this exciting match.
James Ward-Prowse posed a threat out wide all game, registering 13 crosses. For Forest, Murillo seemed off the pace defensively, committing 5 fouls in a frustrating game. Neither team had a clear advantage in the passing game. West Ham completed 501 passes while Forest completed 432 passes.
West Ham's poor run comes to an end. Meanwhile, Forest's mixed form continues.
James Ward-Prowse | Taiwo Awoniyi |
Assisted 2 goals | Scored 1 goal |
13 crosses (6th in the Premier League) | Drew 1 foul (2nd on their team) |
Both squads play next on Saturday, November 25th. West Ham meet Burnley at Turf Moor, while Forest meet Brighton at The City Ground. Can this be the start of a winning streak for the Hammers? Will the Tricky Trees improve their form?
Report | November 5
Nottingham Forest | 2 - 0 | Aston Villa |
Ola Aina 5 | ||
Orel Mangala 47 |
26% | Possession | 74% |
5 | Total Shots | 13 |
3 | Shots on Target | 3 |
0 | Corners | 10 |
6 | Fouls | 9 |
Ola Aina put Forest 1-0 up in the fifth minute. Straight after the break Forest extended their lead through Orel Mangala, and there was nothing between the teams for the remainder.
Morgan Gibbs-White posed a threat out wide, leading the team in crosses. Despite their loss, the Villans' passing game was on show for all to see; they completed a massive 405 more passes than the Tricky Trees.
Forest get back in the win column. Meanwhile, Villa end their winning streak by tasting defeat.
Ola Aina | Harry Toffolo |
Earned a clean sheet | Earned a clean sheet |
Scored 1 goal | Assisted 2 goals |
Both squads play next on Sunday, November 12th. Forest take on West Ham at London Stadium, while Villa take on a Fulham side struggling for points. Can the Tricky Trees win again? Will the Villans put this disappointment behind them?
Report | October 29
Liverpool | 3 - 0 | Nottingham Forest |
Diogo Jota 31 | ||
Darwin Núñez 35 | ||
Mohamed Salah 77 |
73% | Possession | 27% |
21 | Total Shots | 9 |
8 | Shots on Target | 1 |
8 | Corners | 3 |
9 | Fouls | 13 |
Diogo Jota opened the score for Liverpool in the 31st minute. Darwin Núñez extended the lead for the Reds in the 35th minute, and Mohamed Salah put on the finishing touches with a third goal in the 77th minute to get them the win.
Dominik Szoboszlai had a field day, registering 10 crosses. Dominik Szoboszlai kept the ball nicely with a pass completion rate of 93%. Play was dominated by the Reds, who completed a huge 457 more passes than the Tricky Trees.
Liverpool make it two wins in two. Meanwhile, Forest just can't seem to catch a break.
Dominik Szoboszlai | Darwin Núñez |
Assisted 2 goals | 3 shots on target (14th in the Premier League) |
10 crosses (21st in the Premier League) | Scored 1 goal |
Both squads play next on Sunday, November 5th. Liverpool take on a Luton side struggling for points, while Forest face Villa in a David vs Goliath clash. Can the Reds make it three wins in a row? Will the Tricky Trees put this disappointment behind them?
Report | October 21
Nottingham Forest | 2 - 2 | Luton Town |
Chris Wood 48, 76 | Chiedozie Ogbene 83 | |
Elijah Adebayo 90 |
57% | Possession | 43% |
19 | Total Shots | 13 |
8 | Shots on Target | 4 |
4 | Corners | 2 |
12 | Fouls | 11 |
Chris Wood netted the first goal of the match for Forest in the 48th minute following an assist by Anthony Elanga. He then struck once again in the 76th minute to give Forest a 2-0 lead. But Luton did not fold over, as Chiedozie Ogbene and Elijah Adebayo each scored to split the points.
Harry Toffolo was one step ahead all game, recording 4 interceptions. For Luton, Chiedozie Ogbene continually probed down the flank, getting 6 crosses into the box. The Tricky Trees can take confidence from their superior passing game, completing 487 passes compared to the Hatters' 361.
Forest are becoming the league's draw specialists. Meanwhile, Luton end their streak of defeats.
Chris Wood | Chiedozie Ogbene |
4 shots on target (3rd in the Premier League) | Scored 1 goal |
Scored 2 goals | 1 blocked shot (1st in the game) |
Both squads play next on Sunday, October 29th. There's no let up for Forest as they're faced with the prospect of a high-flying Liverpool side, while there's no relief for Luton who face a rampant Villa. Can the Tricky Trees pick up a long-awaited three points? Will the Hatters continue to make strides?
Report | October 7
Crystal Palace | 0 - 0 | Nottingham Forest |
52% | Possession | 48% |
8 | Total Shots | 16 |
2 | Shots on Target | 5 |
3 | Corners | 7 |
7 | Fouls | 12 |
Palace and Forest had to settle for a point apiece after a drab encounter at Selhurst Park. Neither team was really able to get anything going in the contest, which certainly wasn't one for the neutral. A draw was the right result in the end and both sides will be hoping to produce a bit more creative spark next time out.
Morgan Gibbs-White continually probed down the flank, getting 10 crosses into the box. For Palace, Will Hughes linked the play brilliantly all game, with an 87% pass completion. Neither team had a clear advantage in the passing game. Palace completed 528 passes while Forest completed 486 passes.
Palace's unpredictable form continues. Meanwhile, Forest earn their second draw in a row.
Sam Johnstone | Morgan Gibbs-White |
Earned a clean sheet | 10 crosses (19th in the Premier League) |
Saved 5 shots | 2 tackles won |
Both squads play next on Saturday, October 21st. Palace take on Newcastle at St James' Park, while Forest take on Luton at The City Ground. Can the Eagles do better next time? Will the Tricky Trees start a run of draws?
Report | October 1
Nottingham Forest | 1 - 1 | Brentford |
Nicolás Domínguez 65 | Christian Nørgaard 58 |
41% | Possession | 59% |
6 | Total Shots | 18 |
1 | Shots on Target | 5 |
1 | Corners | 11 |
6 | Fouls | 10 |
After a scoreless first 45 minutes, Christian Nørgaard scored for Brentford in the 58th minute. Forest's Nicolás Domínguez responded with an equalizer in the 65th minute following some good work by Harry Toffolo, and nobody could find a late winner.
Orel Mangala was one step ahead all game, recording 3 interceptions. For Brentford, Vitaly Janelt put on a passing masterclass, completing 45 of his 50 attempted passes. Neither team showed a superior passing game. The Tricky Trees had 414 completed passes while the Bees completed 576 passes.
Forest's unpredictable form continues. Meanwhile, Brentford end their streak of defeats.
Nicolás Domínguez | Christian Nørgaard |
4 tackles won | Scored 1 goal |
Scored 1 goal | 2 blocked shots (21st in the Premier League) |
Both squads play next on Saturday, October 7th. Forest take on Palace at Selhurst Park, while Brentford take on Man United at Old Trafford. Can the Tricky Trees do better next time? Will the Bees continue to make strides?
Report | September 23
Manchester City | 2 - 0 | Nottingham Forest |
Phil Foden 7 | ||
Erling Haaland 14 |
58% | Possession | 42% |
7 | Total Shots | 10 |
4 | Shots on Target | 3 |
6 | Corners | 6 |
5 | Fouls | 17 |
Phil Foden struck an early breakthrough goal for Man City in the seventh minute following an assist by Kyle Walker. Erling Haaland doubled the lead in the 14th minute. Despite the frenetic start there were no more goals and Man City's men pick up the three points.
Rodri pulled the strings for City, he completed 80 passes which was a completion rate of 96%. City had the edge in the passing game, completing 572 passes compared to the Tricky Trees' 409.
The wins keep on coming for Man City. Meanwhile, Forest's mixed form continues.
Phil Foden | Erling Haaland |
Scored 1 goal | Scored 1 goal |
2 tackles won | Drew 3 fouls (29th in the Premier League) |
Next up, Man City take on Wolves at Molineux Stadium on Saturday, September 30th. While Forest take on Brentford at The City Ground on Sunday, October 1st. Can City keep their great form going? Will the Tricky Trees improve their form?
Report | September 2
Chelsea | 0 - 1 | Nottingham Forest |
Anthony Elanga 48 |
76% | Possession | 24% |
21 | Total Shots | 7 |
2 | Shots on Target | 3 |
7 | Corners | 0 |
10 | Fouls | 9 |
Following a goalless first half, Anthony Elanga got the opener for Forest in the 48th minute following some good work by Taiwo Awoniyi. This lone goal proved decisive, as Forest kept Chelsea out for the rest of the game to take the three points.
Morgan Gibbs-White and Ryan Yates each racked up 2 interceptions throughout the game, constantly frustrating the Blues. Despite their loss, the Blues' passing game was on show for all to see; they completed a massive 468 more passes than the Tricky Trees.
Forest get back in the win column. Meanwhile, Chelsea's mixed form continues.
Anthony Elanga | Enzo Fernández |
3 shots on target (5th in the Premier League) | 2 blocked shots (11th in the Premier League) |
Scored 1 goal | 7 crosses (25th in the Premier League) |
Next up, Chelsea take on Bournemouth at Vitality Stadium on Sunday, September 17th. While Forest meet Burnley at The City Ground on Monday, September 18th. Will the Blues improve their form? Can the Tricky Trees win again?
Report | August 26
Manchester United | 3 - 2 | Nottingham Forest |
Christian Eriksen 17 | Taiwo Awoniyi 2 | |
Casemiro 52 | Willy Boly 4 | |
Bruno Fernandes 76 [PK] |
67% | Possession | 33% |
18 | Total Shots | 9 |
9 | Shots on Target | 4 |
11 | Corners | 3 |
13 | Fouls | 11 |
This match was quite the high-scoring affair. Taiwo Awoniyi got the opener for Forest in the second minute after a set up by Morgan Gibbs-White. After the first goal, Man United responded in a big way, with a 3 goal barrage. Forest added another one goal but it was not enough as Man United took the three points.
Bruno Fernandes had a field day, registering 11 crosses. United's passing prowess allowed them to register 327 more passes than the Tricky Trees and come away with all three points.
Man United's uninspiring form comes to an end as they take all three points. Meanwhile, Forest's mixed form continues.
Bruno Fernandes | Willy Boly |
4 corners won | Scored 1 goal |
3 shots on target (3rd in the Premier League) | 3 tackles won (16th in the Premier League) |
Next up, Man United meet Arsenal at Emirates Stadium on Sunday, September 3rd. While Forest meet Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, September 2nd. Can United win again? Will the Tricky Trees improve their form?
Report | August 18
Nottingham Forest | 2 - 1 | Sheffield United |
Taiwo Awoniyi 3 | Gustavo Hamer 48 | |
Chris Wood 89 |
Taiwo Awoniyi netted the first goal of the match for Forest in the third minute after being assisted by Serge Aurier. Sheffield United's Gustavo Hamer responded with a tying goal in the 48th minute. With the scores level, Chris Wood netted a timely 89th minute goal that proved to be the difference, securing Forest all three points.
Danilo dictated proceedings and impressed with a 90% pass completion rate. The Tricky Trees did a good job of cutting off the supply to William Osula, limiting him to only 19 touches. Neither team had a clear advantage in the passing game. Forest completed 440 passes while Sheffield United completed 437 passes.
Forest are back in business as they take all three points. Meanwhile, Sheffield United will hope this isn't the start of a losing streak.
Serge Aurier | Gustavo Hamer |
Assisted 2 goals | Scored 1 goal |
3 corners won (1st in the game) | 5 crosses (1st on their team) |
Next up, Forest meet Man United at Old Trafford on Saturday, August 26th. While it doesn't get any easier for Sheffield United; they play Man City on Sunday, August 27th. Can the Tricky Trees win again? Will the Blades get out of this rough patch?
Report | August 12
Arsenal | 2 - 1 | Nottingham Forest |
Eddie Nketiah 26 | Taiwo Awoniyi 82 | |
Bukayo Saka 32 |
Eddie Nketiah scored the match's first goal for Arsenal in the 26th minute after a set up by Martinelli. Arsenal's Bukayo Saka added another in the 32nd minute. Taiwo Awoniyi narrowed the deficit with an 82nd minute strike, but Arsenal held on for the win.
Thomas Partey pulled the strings for the Gunners, he completed 105 passes which was a completion rate of 92%. Forest's Brennan Johnson only registered 17 touches in a frustrating game for the midfielder. It was a truly dominant display from the Gunners completing 564 more passes than the Tricky Trees.
Arsenal start off firing with a win. Meanwhile, Forest will look to bounce back next match.
Bukayo Saka | Taiwo Awoniyi |
Scored 1 goal | Scored 1 goal |
9 crosses (1st in the game) | Earned a clean sheet |
Next up, Arsenal take on Palace at Selhurst Park on Monday, August 21st. While Forest take on Sheffield United at The City Ground on Friday, August 18th. Can the Gunners find another win? Will the Tricky Trees improve and pick up points?