Nottingham Forest vs Wolves Report
Scorers: Wood 10’; Bellegarde 12’
Forest’s Unbeaten Start Continues, Wolves Secure First Point
Nottingham Forest extended their unbeaten start to the Premier League season with a 1-1 draw against Wolves at the City Ground.
This result sees Forest boss Nuno Espírito Santo maintain his unbeaten record in three meetings against his former side. For Wolves, this hard-fought draw marks their first point of the campaign, helping to steady the ship after a challenging start.
First Half: Early Goals Set the Tone
Nottingham Forest made a strong start to the match, taking the lead after just 10 minutes. Chris Wood, who had already found the net in Forest’s previous home game, continued his fine form by powering Elliot Anderson’s outswinging corner past Wolves’ new goalkeeper Sam Johnstone.
The forward’s header marked his second goal in as many matches at the City Ground, giving the home side an early advantage.
However, Wolves, determined to avoid a repeat of their heavy 6-2 defeat in their last league outing, responded swiftly.
Just two minutes later, Jean Bellegarde produced a moment of brilliance, driving a spectacular long-range finish into the top corner, leaving Forest goalkeeper Matt Turner with no chance.
The early exchange of goals set the tone for a high-intensity first half, with both teams eager to play on the front foot.
Wolves’ Sam Johnstone was called into action again, making a crucial save to deny Morgan Gibbs-White’s well-struck free-kick just before the break, ensuring the teams went into halftime level.
Second Half: Forest’s Pressure, Wolves’ Resilience
The second half saw Nottingham Forest ramp up the pressure as they searched for a winning goal. Anderson and Callum Hudson-Odoi were particularly active, probing the Wolves’ defence with their creative play.
Sam Johnstone once again proved to be a formidable last line of defence, making a full-stretch save to deny Chris Wood’s close-range header after a clever lobbed pass from Gibbs-White.
As the match entered its final stages, Forest debutant Ramón Sosa almost made an immediate impact. The Paraguayan picked out Neco Williams, who struck over the bar, missing a golden opportunity to restore Forest’s lead.
Chris Wood briefly thought he had secured a second goal, only for it to be quickly ruled out for offside. Despite Forest’s relentless pressure, Wolves held firm, extending their unbeaten league run at the City Ground to seven matches.
Conclusion: A Hard-Fought Point for Wolves, Forest’s Unbeaten Run Intact
Nottingham Forest will be pleased to extend their unbeaten start to the Premier League season, though they might feel they could have secured all three points given their dominance in the second half.
For Wolves, this draw represents a vital first point of the campaign, providing some much-needed confidence after a tough start to the season. Both teams showed resilience and determination, setting the stage for what promises to be an intriguing season ahead.
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