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Nottingham Forest edged closer to UEFA Champions League qualification with a 1-0 triumph over Manchester United at the City Ground on Tuesday.
The decisive moment came early, as Anthony Elanga, facing his former club, embarked on a remarkable solo run from deep within his own half, culminating in a precise finish past goalkeeper Andre Onana in the fifth minute.
Elanga, who transferred from United to Forest in 2023 for £15 million, expressed his motivation post-match:
“This game was kind of personal for me because I wanted to prove that I am capable of playing at higher levels.”
Despite Manchester United’s efforts to respond, including Diogo Dalot hitting the crossbar and substitute Mason Mount narrowly missing a late opportunity, they couldn’t find an equalizer.
This victory marks Forest’s first league double over United since the 1991-92 season. Forest manager Nuno Espírito Santo praised his team’s resilience:
“The boys showed tremendous character and discipline against a strong side.”
With this win, Nottingham Forest solidifies its third-place position in the Premier League, now eight points ahead of Chelsea, who have a game in hand. Manchester United, meanwhile, remains in 13th place, continuing a season marked by inconsistency.
As the season progresses, Forest’s unexpected surge towards Europe’s elite competition continues to captivate fans and pundits alike.
