By Milcah Tanimu
Nottingham Forest delivered an emphatic 3-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers on January 6, 2025, at Molineux. This victory extends their impressive winning streak to six consecutive matches in the Premier League, propelling them to third place, level with Arsenal.
Key Moments:
- Morgan Gibbs-White scored early, netting a counter-attacking goal in the 7th minute. Despite being taunted by former Wolves fans, Gibbs-White responded by plugging his ears in celebration.
- Chris Wood doubled the lead with his 12th Premier League goal just before halftime, further solidifying Forest’s dominance.
- In injury time, Taiwo Awoniyi finished off a well-coordinated counter-attack, sealing the victory for Forest.
Defensive Mastery:
- Forest’s goalkeeper Matz Sels played a vital role in keeping a clean sheet, with multiple crucial saves throughout the match.
- Despite several attacking opportunities, Wolves were unable to break down Forest’s defense.
Forest’s Ascendancy: This win strengthens Nottingham Forest’s position as top contenders for European football. Their current form reflects the rejuvenation of the team under manager Nuno Espírito Santo, drawing parallels to Forest’s glory days under Brian Clough.
Wolves, despite creating chances, fell short in their efforts, leaving them to regroup for their upcoming matches. With the six-match winning streak, Forest’s future in the Premier League looks increasingly promising.
