Nottingham Forest with a deserved victory after a fine display
Round 34 ·
BW Game Hub Malta: Sunderland vs Nottingham Forest
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Match Summary
Winner Nottingham ForestFinal Score
0–5
Goal Scorers
- 17' Trai Hume Own Goal A
- 31' Chris Wood A
- 34' Morgan Gibbs-White A
- 37' Igor Jesus A
- 90' Elliot Anderson A
Match Timeline
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Sunderland
4-3-3 · Regis Le Bris
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Nottingham Forest
4-4-2 · Vitor Pereira
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Formation Overview
Post-Match Analysis · Full Time
BW Game Hub Malta: Sunderland vs Nottingham Forest Match Report, Result and Tactical Analysis
The emphatic 5-0 victory for Nottingham Forest over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light significantly shifted expectations heading into the final stretch of the Premier League season. This dominant performance not only highlighted Nottingham's capabilities but also underscored the tactical challenges faced by Sunderland under their current management.
The match was effectively settled early on, with an own goal from Trai Hume in the 17th minute setting a daunting tone for Sunderland. From that point forward, Nottingham Forest displayed remarkable control, translating their dominance into high-quality attacking moments and consistent pressure on the Sunderland defence. The visitors’ ability to maintain possession and exploit defensive gaps proved critical in securing such a commanding scoreline.
Strategically, Vitor Pereira’s decisions paid off well. His optimisation of spacing allowed Nottingham to create numerous chances, culminating in goals from Morgan Gibbs-White, Igor Jesus, and a late strike from Elliot Anderson after an assist from Taiwo Awoniyi. Each player contributed to a cohesive team performance, highlighting the effectiveness of the 4-3-3 formation employed by Nottingham. In contrast, Regis Le Bris’ Sunderland, aligning in a 4-4-2 formation, struggled with their tactical imbalances, which were punishable at critical moments throughout the match.
Key Match Insights
- Trai Hume's own goal in the 17th minute initiated a difficult evening for Sunderland.
- Nottingham capitalised on Sunderland’s errors, with Chris Wood assisting Morgan Gibbs-White and Igor Jesus for quick-fire goals.
- The introduction of five substitutes in the second half brought fresh dynamics, but Sunderland could not find a foothold to salvage any respectability from the scoreline.
- Nottingham's disciplined application of pressing ensured that Sunderland struggled to build meaningful attacks.
Overall, this resounding victory for Nottingham Forest not only serves as a statement win but sets a new trajectory for their upcoming fixtures. It raises the bar for Sunderland as they seek to re-evaluate their strategies moving forward in the Premier League.
Pre-Match Analysis · Full Time
BW Game Hub Malta: Sunderland vs Nottingham Forest Match Preview, Prediction and Tactical Analysis
The upcoming clash between Sunderland and Nottingham Forest at the Stadium of Light is set to serve as a significant pressure test, with both teams vying to consolidate their momentum as the season progresses. The stakes are elevated as the match will not only shape the immediate future of each club's campaign but will also challenge their character and tactical discipline under intense circumstances.
In this encounter, Sunderland, under the guidance of manager Regis Le Bris, will be focused on finding the right balance between pressing aggressively and maintaining a solid defensive organization. The effectiveness of their pressing will be paramount in disrupting Nottingham Forest's rhythm, while their ability to transition into their defensive shape after offensive efforts will be closely scrutinized. Successfully managing these phases of play could prove critical to their ambitions for a positive result.
On the other hand, Nottingham Forest, managed by Vitor Pereira, will likely adopt a more conservative approach with a 4-4-2 formation, aiming to create a compact unit that can absorb pressure and strike quickly on the counterattack. Pereira's tactical decisions regarding substitutions could be pivotal, particularly if the match remains locked in a stalemate post the hour mark. The timing of these changes may unleash fresh energy onto the pitch and exploit any signs of fatigue in the Sunderland ranks, ultimately tipping the match in their favour.
Key Tactical Insights
- Sunderland's pressing intensity will be crucial in disrupting Nottingham Forest's possession play.
- Effective rest-defense organization will determine Sunderland’s ability to recover quickly after attacking phases.
- Vitor Pereira’s bench management could influence the match dynamics, especially in the latter stages.
- Control phases will play a significant role as both teams aim to dictate the flow of the game.
As both sides prepare for this intense fixture, it is clear that tactical execution and mental resilience will be pivotal. The match could very well be decided by which team can effectively seize control and convert key moments into advantage.
Commentary
446That's it! The referee blows the final whistle
Ball possession: Sunderland: 61%, Nottingham Forest: 39%.
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Elliot Anderson makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Goal kick for Sunderland
Enzo Le Fee fouls Nicolas Dominguez
Nicolas Dominguez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Morato relieves the pressure with a clearance
Elliot Anderson managed to score from an easy position.
Nicolas Dominguez made the key pass for the goal!
Taiwo Awoniyi provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Elliot Anderson scores with the right foot!
Nottingham Forest with a potentially dangerous attack.
Luca Netz makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
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Omar Alderete relieves the pressure with a clearance
Daniel Ballard is penalised for pushing Nikola Milenkovic
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Sunderland take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Ola Aina from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ryan Yates from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Granit Xhaka relieves the pressure with a clearance
Omar Alderete wins an air challenge against Morgan Gibbs-White
Ryan Yates fouls Wilson Isidor
Nordi Mukiele from Sunderland goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Ola Aina
Ryan Yates from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The fourth official shows there are 7 minute(s) of time to be added
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Sunderland: 61%, Nottingham Forest: 39%.
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
Chris Wood is leaving the field to be replaced by Taiwo Awoniyi in a tactical substitution.
Enzo Le Fee relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
A shot by Omar Alderete is blocked
A chance presents itself to Brian Brobbey from Sunderland but his header goes wide
Enzo Le Fee from Sunderland swings in the corner from the left.
Matz Sels makes a crucial save!
Enzo Le Fee shoots from outside the box, but Matz Sels has it under control
Enzo Le Fee tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Matz Sels
Nikola Milenkovic from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Noah Sadiki relieves the pressure with a clearance
Wilson Isidor shoots from outside the box, but Matz Sels has it under control
Wilson Isidor tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Matz Sels
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 59%, Nottingham Forest: 41%.
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ola Aina relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Elliot Anderson makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Nikola Milenkovic from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ola Aina relieves the pressure with a clearance
Morato from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Luca Netz fouls Brian Brobbey
Omar Alderete from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nottingham Forest start a counter attack
Nicolas Dominguez relieves the pressure with a clearance
A shot by Trai Hume is blocked
Luca Netz successfully blocks the shot
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ryan Yates from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ola Aina from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A player from Sunderland takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Nicolas Dominguez fouls Granit Xhaka
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Sunderland: 57%, Nottingham Forest: 43%.
The game is restarted
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Matz Sels from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Morato relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
Chris Wood from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A player from Sunderland takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Nikola Milenkovic from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Enzo Le Fee swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
Wilson Isidor wins an air challenge against Ola Aina
Sunderland take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland with a potentially dangerous attack.
Goal kick for Nottingham Forest
Omar Alderete from Sunderland tries to score from outside the penalty box, but the shot is nowhere near the target.
Nikola Milenkovic from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
After a tactical foul, Ryan Yates sees no other way than stopping the counter and receives a yellow card.
The referee signals a free kick as Ryan Yates from Nottingham Forest trips Granit Xhaka
Daniel Ballard relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ball possession: Sunderland: 57%, Nottingham Forest: 43%.
The referee is not having the complaints from Granit Xhaka who is given a yellow card for dissent
Granit Xhaka fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Goal kick for Nottingham Forest
Morato relieves the pressure with a clearance
Luca Netz relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Luca Netz relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Sunderland take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Reinildo relieves the pressure with a clearance
Chris Wood wins an air challenge against Omar Alderete
Goal kick for Nottingham Forest
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Daniel Ballard is penalised for pushing Ryan Yates
Chris Wood successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Enzo Le Fee is blocked
Morato successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Daniel Ballard is blocked
Ball possession: Sunderland: 59%, Nottingham Forest: 41%.
Neco Williams commits a rough foul on an opponent and goes into the referee's book
Reckless challenge there. Neco Williams commits a rough foul on Reinildo
Elliot Anderson relieves the pressure with a clearance
Robin Roefs relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Sunderland take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Trai Hume relieves the pressure with a clearance
Elliot Anderson relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Sunderland take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Omari Hutchinson is leaving the field to be replaced by Luca Netz in a tactical substitution.
Igor Jesus is leaving the field to be replaced by Ryan Yates in a tactical substitution.
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Habib Diarra is leaving the field to be replaced by Wilson Isidor in a tactical substitution.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 61%, Nottingham Forest: 39%.
The referee signals a free kick as Nordi Mukiele from Sunderland trips Matz Sels
NO GOAL! - After reviewing the situation, the referee announces that the goal for Sunderland is revoked due to a previously committed foul.
VAR - GOAL! - The referee has stopped the play. VAR check in progress, a potential goal for Sunderland.
With the goal, Sunderland have reduced their deficit. Will they be capable of pulling something out of the game?
G O O O O A A A L! Sunderland score! Daniel Ballard is on the scoresheet.
The cross by Granit Xhaka from Sunderland successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Igor Jesus commits a rough foul on an opponent and goes into the referee's book
Reckless challenge there. Igor Jesus commits a rough foul on Reinildo
Ball possession: Sunderland: 61%, Nottingham Forest: 39%.
Elliot Anderson relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Nikola Milenkovic fouls Brian Brobbey
Nordi Mukiele from Sunderland is ruled offside
Igor Jesus from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elliot Anderson commits a rough foul on an opponent and goes into the referee's book
The referee signals a free kick as Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest trips Enzo Le Fee
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Good effort by Omar Alderete as he directs a shot on target, but Matz Sels saves it
Sunderland with a potentially dangerous attack.
Ola Aina from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Omar Alderete relieves the pressure with a clearance
Morgan Gibbs-White makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Chris Wood from Nottingham Forest is ruled offside
Goal kick for Nottingham Forest
A player from Sunderland takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Morato from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 59%, Nottingham Forest: 41%.
Igor Jesus from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A player from Sunderland takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Neco Williams from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Igor Jesus fouls Enzo Le Fee
Nordi Mukiele relieves the pressure with a clearance
Trai Hume relieves the pressure with a clearance
Omar Alderete relieves the pressure with a clearance
The referee signals a free kick as Habib Diarra from Sunderland trips Elliot Anderson
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Ola Aina from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Morgan Gibbs-White from Nottingham Forest goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Trai Hume
Morgan Gibbs-White wins an air challenge against Trai Hume
Goal kick for Sunderland
The cross by Omari Hutchinson from Nottingham Forest successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Nottingham Forest with a potentially dangerous attack.
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
The referee shows Habib Diarra the yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct.
Nicolas Dominguez commits a rough foul on an opponent and goes into the referee's book
The referee signals a free kick as Nicolas Dominguez from Nottingham Forest trips Habib Diarra
Nordi Mukiele relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Jair Cunha is injured and is replaced by Morato.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 60%, Nottingham Forest: 40%.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Daniel Ballard relieves the pressure with a clearance
The game is restarted
Jair Cunha is injured and is taken off the field to receive medical treatment.
Jair Cunha is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Brian Brobbey is penalised for pushing Jair Cunha
Jair Cunha relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Noah Sadiki fouls Omari Hutchinson
Chris Rigg is leaving the field to be replaced by Reinildo in a tactical substitution.
Ibrahim Sangare is leaving the field to be replaced by Nicolas Dominguez in a tactical substitution.
The second half is underway
It was a glorious performance by Nottingham Forest, and their fans have something to cheer about during the HalfTime.
It's over! The referee blows for half time
Ball possession: Sunderland: 61%, Nottingham Forest: 39%.
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Elliot Anderson relieves the pressure with a clearance
Daniel Ballard relieves the pressure with a clearance
Goal kick for Nottingham Forest
Jair Cunha relieves the pressure with a clearance
A player from Sunderland takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Ola Aina wins an air challenge against Habib Diarra
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Ibrahim Sangare from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Ibrahim Sangare relieves the pressure with a clearance
Elliot Anderson relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Sunderland take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The fourth official shows there are 3 minute(s) of time to be added
Neco Williams relieves the pressure with a clearance
The cross by Noah Sadiki from Sunderland successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Jair Cunha from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 58%, Nottingham Forest: 42%.
The referee signals a free kick as Nikola Milenkovic from Nottingham Forest trips Noah Sadiki
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Morgan Gibbs-White makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Granit Xhaka relieves the pressure with a clearance
The game is stopped
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Chris Rigg fouls Jair Cunha
Omari Hutchinson comes back onto the field.
The referee signals a free kick as Enzo Le Fee from Sunderland trips Ola Aina
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Noah Sadiki relieves the pressure with a clearance
Trai Hume from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A player from Nottingham Forest takes a long throw into the opponent's box
The game is restarted
Omari Hutchinson is injured and is taken off the field to receive medical treatment.
Habib Diarra is injured and is taken off the field to receive medical treatment.
Omari Hutchinson is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Habib Diarra is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Chris Rigg relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ola Aina relieves the pressure with a clearance
Chris Rigg makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Elliot Anderson successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Granit Xhaka is blocked
Ball possession: Sunderland: 58%, Nottingham Forest: 42%.
Reckless challenge there. Elliot Anderson commits a rough foul on Habib Diarra
The Sunderland fans have had enough. They are leaving the stadium.
G O O O A A A L - Igor Jesus volleys the ball into the back of the net with the right foot.
Brian Brobbey successfully blocks the shot
Ola Aina fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Trai Hume from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Noah Sadiki from Sunderland goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Omari Hutchinson
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Ola Aina wins an air challenge against Enzo Le Fee
Trai Hume wins an air challenge against Igor Jesus
Ibrahim Sangare relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ball possession: Sunderland: 58%, Nottingham Forest: 42%.
Neco Williams made the key pass for the goal!
Igor Jesus provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Morgan Gibbs-White scores with the right foot!
The cross by Neco Williams from Nottingham Forest successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Neco Williams from Nottingham Forest takes a short corner kick from the left.
Nordi Mukiele relieves the pressure with a clearance
A shot by Morgan Gibbs-White is blocked
The cross by Omari Hutchinson from Nottingham Forest successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Nottingham Forest with a potentially dangerous attack.
Goal kick for Nottingham Forest
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Robin Roefs with a bad execution which leads to a goal for the opponent
Chris Wood managed to score from an easy position.
Morgan Gibbs-White provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Chris Wood scores with the left foot!
Morgan Gibbs-White creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Nottingham Forest start a counter attack
Safe hands from Robin Roefs as he comes out and claims the ball
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Daniel Ballard from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elliot Anderson swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 61%, Nottingham Forest: 39%.
Nordi Mukiele from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Granit Xhaka relieves the pressure with a clearance
Daniel Ballard from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Omari Hutchinson swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Trai Hume from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Noah Sadiki relieves the pressure with a clearance
Daniel Ballard successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Morgan Gibbs-White is blocked
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Ibrahim Sangare relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nordi Mukiele relieves the pressure with a clearance
Noah Sadiki from Sunderland goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Ibrahim Sangare
Ola Aina relieves the pressure with a clearance
Trai Hume relieves the pressure with a clearance
Goal kick for Nottingham Forest
A chance presents itself to Omar Alderete from Sunderland but his header goes wide
Chris Wood relieves the pressure with a clearance
Enzo Le Fee takes the free-kick but it is blocked by the wall
The referee signals a free kick as Nikola Milenkovic from Nottingham Forest trips Enzo Le Fee
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 64%, Nottingham Forest: 36%.
Trai Hume relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ola Aina relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Daniel Ballard relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nottingham Forest with a potentially dangerous attack.
Trai Hume relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Nordi Mukiele relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ola Aina wins an air challenge against Enzo Le Fee
Chris Wood wins an air challenge against Granit Xhaka
Jair Cunha relieves the pressure with a clearance
The match resumes with a drop ball
The play is stopped for a brief moment, as the ball was touched by the referee.
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
Jair Cunha relieves the pressure with a clearance
Chris Wood shoots from outside the box, but Robin Roefs has it under control
Chris Wood tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Robin Roefs
Nottingham Forest start a counter attack
Omari Hutchinson relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Omari Hutchinson relieves the pressure with a clearance
Robin Roefs from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Daniel Ballard from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 67%, Nottingham Forest: 33%.
Habib Diarra is penalised for pushing Elliot Anderson
Omar Alderete from Sunderland concedes a foul on Omari Hutchinson but the referee decides against stopping the play and waves play on!
Omari Hutchinson makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Ibrahim Sangare successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Noah Sadiki is blocked
Sunderland with a potentially dangerous attack.
Neco Williams relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest managed to score the important first goal. Will they build on that?
Omari Hutchinson provided the assist for the goal.
OWN GOAL - Trai Hume sends the ball into his own net!
G O O O A A A L - Trai Hume holds his head in his hands as he puts the ball past his own goalkeeper!
The cross by Omari Hutchinson from Nottingham Forest successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Omari Hutchinson from Nottingham Forest takes a short corner kick from the right.
Trai Hume from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Nikola Milenkovic from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Jair Cunha relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Daniel Ballard creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Sunderland with a potentially dangerous attack.
Daniel Ballard makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Elliot Anderson relieves the pressure with a clearance
Granit Xhaka from Sunderland swings in the corner from the right.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 62%, Nottingham Forest: 38%.
Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland with a potentially dangerous attack.
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Morgan Gibbs-White from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
The match resumes with a drop ball
The game is stopped
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Elliot Anderson relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland with a potentially dangerous attack.
Omar Alderete could cost his team a goal after a defensive blunder.
Good effort by Omari Hutchinson as he directs a shot on target, but Robin Roefs saves it
Nottingham Forest start a counter attack
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Granit Xhaka relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Trai Hume from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Omari Hutchinson swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Trai Hume from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Nordi Mukiele relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ibrahim Sangare relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Noah Sadiki comes back onto the field.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 78%, Nottingham Forest: 22%.
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The game is restarted
Noah Sadiki is injured and is taken off the field to receive medical treatment.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Noah Sadiki wins an air challenge against Igor Jesus
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Good effort by Chris Rigg as he directs a shot on target, but Matz Sels saves it
Enzo Le Fee creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Sunderland with a potentially dangerous attack.
Jair Cunha relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Neco Williams relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
The match resumes with a drop ball
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Igor Jesus relieves the pressure with a clearance
Omar Alderete wins an air challenge against Chris Wood
Nikola Milenkovic from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Omari Hutchinson is penalised for pushing Noah Sadiki
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Sunderland: 60%, Nottingham Forest: 40%.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Nordi Mukiele relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
Goal kick for Sunderland
Neco Williams from Nottingham Forest fails to connect properly on the volley and sends the ball wide of target
Daniel Ballard from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Omari Hutchinson swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Noah Sadiki could cost his team a goal after a defensive blunder.
Omar Alderete successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Elliot Anderson is blocked
Nottingham Forest start a counter attack
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Safe hands from Robin Roefs as he comes out and claims the ball
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Omari Hutchinson relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Granit Xhaka relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Noah Sadiki relieves the pressure with a clearance
Omar Alderete relieves the pressure with a clearance
The pitch is in fantastic condition today and the players are enjoying the surface.
Welcome to tonights game where the floodlight surrounds the pitch.
Nottingham Forest kick-off, and the game is underway.
The referee starts the match
Welcome to Stadium of Light, the match will start in about 5 minutes.
Welcome to Stadium of Light where the two teams take the field for the start of this match.
Welcome to Stadium of Light where we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the two teams
Welcome to Stadium of Light, where we await the arrival of today's teams.
Welcome to Stadium of Light, now all we need are the two teams.
Welcome to today's crucial game from Stadium of Light. We are awaiting the arrival of both teams, in anticipation of a great match!
League Table
Premier League
| # | Club | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 | 26 | 7 | 5 | 71 | 27 | +44 | 85 | |
| 2 | 38 | 23 | 9 | 6 | 77 | 35 | +42 | 78 | |
| 3 | 38 | 20 | 11 | 7 | 69 | 50 | +19 | 71 | |
| 4 | 38 | 19 | 8 | 11 | 56 | 49 | +7 | 65 | |
| 5 | 38 | 17 | 9 | 12 | 63 | 53 | +10 | 60 | |
| 6 | 38 | 13 | 18 | 7 | 58 | 54 | +4 | 57 | |
| 7 |
Sunderland
Home
|
38 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 42 | 48 | -6 | 54 |
| 8 | 38 | 14 | 11 | 13 | 52 | 46 | +6 | 53 | |
| 9 | 38 | 14 | 11 | 13 | 55 | 52 | +3 | 53 | |
| 10 | 38 | 14 | 10 | 14 | 58 | 52 | +6 | 52 | |
| 11 | 38 | 15 | 7 | 16 | 47 | 51 | -4 | 52 | |
| 12 | 38 | 14 | 7 | 17 | 53 | 55 | -2 | 49 | |
| 13 | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 47 | 50 | -3 | 49 | |
| 14 | 38 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 49 | 56 | -7 | 47 | |
| 15 | 38 | 11 | 12 | 15 | 41 | 51 | -10 | 45 | |
| 16 |
Nottingham Forest
Away
|
38 | 11 | 11 | 16 | 48 | 51 | -3 | 44 |
| 17 | 38 | 10 | 11 | 17 | 48 | 57 | -9 | 41 | |
| 18 | 38 | 10 | 9 | 19 | 46 | 65 | -19 | 39 | |
| 19 | 38 | 4 | 10 | 24 | 38 | 75 | -37 | 22 | |
| 20 | 38 | 3 | 11 | 24 | 27 | 68 | -41 | 20 |
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Match Details
Match Facts
Status
Finished
Minute
0'
Winner
Nottingham Forest
- Commentary Available
- Lineup Confirmed
Date/Time Milestones
- Start · 1st half 2026-04-24T19:00:21Z
- End · 1st half 2026-04-24T19:48:40Z
- Start · 2nd half 2026-04-24T20:04:00Z
- End · Finished 2026-04-24T20:56:11Z
- End · 2nd half 2026-04-24T20:56:11Z