Round 36 ·
Updated:
Full Time
1 – 1
Half Time
0 – 0
Full Time
1 – 1
Goal Scorers
Assists
Ball Possession
Corners
Counter Attacks
Fouls
Free Kicks
Goal Attempts
Goal Kicks
Goals
Offsides
Red Cards
Saves
Shots Off Target
Shots On Target
Substitutions
Throws In
Treatments
Yellow Cards
Attacks
Dangerous Attacks
Total Passes
Nottingham Forest
3-4-2-1 · Vitor Pereira
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Newcastle United
4-2-3-1 · Eddie Howe
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Post-Match Analysis · Full Time
The draw carried clear pressure for both sides, because it left the short-term momentum battle unresolved and kept the confidence picture finely balanced. At the City Ground, Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United had both approached the afternoon as a test of control under strain, yet the 1-1 scoreline reflected how neither side converted sustained pressure into decisive separation.
It had been a disciplined contest for long periods, with Nottingham Forest in a 3-4-2-1 and Newcastle United in a 4-2-3-1 both limiting risk effectively. Vitor Pereira and Eddie Howe each set their teams up to stay compact in transitions, and that caution was evident in a goalless first half. Neither side found a sustained final-third edge before the interval, despite spells of possession and a few promising advances.
The game changed after the break when Harvey Barnes put Newcastle ahead in the 74th minute, finishing from Jacob Ramsey’s assist. That goal had looked as though it might settle the pressure test in Newcastle’s favour, but Nottingham Forest responded with resilience rather than panic. Elliot Anderson levelled in the 88th minute, with James McAtee supplying the assist, and the late equaliser rewarded Forest’s persistence as the match became more open in the closing minutes.
For Forest, Anderson stood out for delivering the late response under pressure, while Barnes had been the key Newcastle attacker after his composed finish. In tactical terms, the managers’ measured approach had made sense, but the match showed that control alone had not been enough to close the game out once the pressure rose.
Next, both clubs would have taken a point that preserved some stability, but also left enough unresolved to shape their immediate response going forward.
Pre-Match Analysis · Full Time
This will be a pressure test for both clubs, with momentum and tactical discipline carrying real weight at the City Ground. Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United will arrive knowing that the first decisive spell could shape not just the result, but the mood around each side’s run-in. For readers in Malta following the Premier League closely, this will feel like one of those fixtures where character, control, and concentration will matter as much as territory.
Forest under Vitor Pereira will be judged on how well the 3-4-2-1 holds together when the press is triggered. If the distances between the front line and the midfield stay compact, they will be able to force Newcastle into longer possessions and reduce clean chances. If that balance slips, the spaces behind the wing-backs could quickly become a problem in transition.
Newcastle, set up in a 4-2-3-1 under Eddie Howe, will likely look to manage the first phase carefully before increasing tempo through the wide areas and the half-spaces. Their control will depend on whether the double pivot can resist Forest’s pressure and keep the ball moving into advanced zones. If the match stays level after the first hour, Howe’s bench timing could become a key factor, especially if fresh legs are needed to lift the pace and alter the rhythm.
The contest will probably be decided by small margins rather than big swings. Without advanced metrics, the focus will fall on momentum, chance quality, and which side controls the critical phases. Set pieces may also carry added importance, particularly if open-play chances become scarce and both teams start to protect the central lanes more aggressively.
This will be a game where one controlled sequence, one transition, or one set piece could decide the outcome.
The cross by Harvey Barnes from Newcastle United successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Safe hands from Matz Sels as he comes out and claims the ball
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 46%, Newcastle United: 54%.
That's it! The referee blows the final whistle
Newcastle United are in control of the ball.
Lorenzo Lucca from Nottingham Forest is ruled offside
The referee signals a free kick as Morato from Nottingham Forest trips Bruno Guimaraes
Bruno Guimaraes is leaving the field to be replaced by Kieran Trippier in a tactical substitution.
A shot by Ryan Yates is blocked
Bruno Guimaraes successfully blocks the shot
Nick Pope from Newcastle United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sven Botman relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 45%, Newcastle United: 55%.
A chance presents itself to Lorenzo Lucca from Nottingham Forest but his header goes wide
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
A chance presents itself to James McAtee from Nottingham Forest but his header goes wide
Sven Botman from Newcastle United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The fourth official shows there are 7 minute(s) of time to be added
Joelinton fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Goal kick for Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 44%, Newcastle United: 56%.
Omari Hutchinson is penalised for pushing Lewis Hall
Newcastle United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
With that goal, Nottingham Forest equalised. Game on!
James McAtee creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
G O O O A A A L - Elliot Anderson scores with the left foot!
James McAtee provided the assist for the goal.
Joelinton creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Ryan Yates relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
The referee signals a free kick as Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest trips Lewis Hall
The match resumes with a drop ball
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 45%, Newcastle United: 55%.
The cross by Omari Hutchinson from Nottingham Forest successfully finds a teammate in the box.
A shot by Ryan Yates is blocked
Sven Botman successfully blocks the shot
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Newcastle United are trying to create something here.
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Bruno Guimaraes is penalised for pushing Luca Netz
Luca Netz is leaving the field to be replaced by James McAtee in a tactical substitution.
Igor Jesus is leaving the field to be replaced by Lorenzo Lucca in a tactical substitution.
Sven Botman from Newcastle United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Newcastle United are trying to create something here.
Morato relieves the pressure with a clearance
Chris Wood from Nottingham Forest goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Sandro Tonali
The game is restarted
Newcastle United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 45%, Newcastle United: 55%.
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Good effort by Igor Jesus as he directs a shot on target, but Nick Pope saves it
Lewis Hall is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Igor Jesus is penalised for pushing Sven Botman
Newcastle United managed to score the important first goal. Will they build on that?
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 45%, Newcastle United: 55%.
Jacob Ramsey creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
G O O O A A A L - Harvey Barnes scores with the right foot!
Jacob Ramsey provided the assist for the goal.
Harvey Barnes managed to score from an easy position.
A shot by Jacob Ramsey is blocked
Nikola Milenkovic successfully blocks the shot
Joelinton shoots from outside the box, but Matz Sels has it under control
Joelinton tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Matz Sels
Nottingham Forest start a counter attack
A shot by Omari Hutchinson is blocked
Sven Botman successfully blocks the shot
Goal kick for Newcastle United
Taiwo Awoniyi is leaving the field to be replaced by Chris Wood in a tactical substitution.
Bruno Guimaraes makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Elliot Anderson makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Newcastle United start a counter attack
Newcastle United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
William Osula is leaving the field to be replaced by Yoane Wissa in a tactical substitution.
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 45%, Newcastle United: 55%.
Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest commits a foul by elbowing Sven Botman
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Sandro Tonali makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Lewis Hall from Newcastle United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Daniel Burn from Newcastle United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
William Osula takes the free-kick but it is blocked by the wall
Nikola Milenkovic successfully blocks the shot
Good effort by Bruno Guimaraes as he directs a shot on target, but Matz Sels saves it
Oooh... that was a sitter! Bruno Guimaraes should have scored from that position
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 44%, Newcastle United: 56%.
Newcastle United are trying to create something here.
Neco Williams relieves the pressure with a clearance
Bruno Guimaraes makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The referee signals a free kick as Nikola Milenkovic from Nottingham Forest trips Bruno Guimaraes
Dilane Bakwa is leaving the field to be replaced by Omari Hutchinson in a tactical substitution.
Sven Botman relieves the pressure with a clearance
Malick Thiaw is penalised for pushing Taiwo Awoniyi
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Morato could cost his team a goal after a defensive blunder.
Good effort by Bruno Guimaraes as he directs a shot on target, but Matz Sels saves it
Morato relieves the pressure with a clearance
Good effort by Bruno Guimaraes as he directs a shot on target, but Matz Sels saves it
Matz Sels makes a crucial save!
Goal kick for Newcastle United
Jacob Murphy is leaving the field to be replaced by Harvey Barnes in a tactical substitution.
Nick Woltemade is leaving the field to be replaced by Jacob Ramsey in a tactical substitution.
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 45%, Newcastle United: 55%.
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Reckless challenge there. Lewis Hall commits a rough foul on Ryan Yates
Good effort by Taiwo Awoniyi as he directs a shot on target, but Nick Pope saves it
Nick Pope makes a crucial save!
Ryan Yates fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Goal kick for Newcastle United
Newcastle United are trying to create something here.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The referee signals a free kick as Joelinton from Newcastle United trips Jair Cunha
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Daniel Burn from Newcastle United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 45%, Newcastle United: 55%.
Morato relieves the pressure with a clearance
A shot by Sandro Tonali is blocked
Nikola Milenkovic successfully blocks the shot
Jair Cunha relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Reckless challenge there. Ryan Yates commits a rough foul on William Osula
Ryan Yates commits a rough foul on an opponent and goes into the referee's book
Newcastle United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Newcastle United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Newcastle United are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as William Osula from Newcastle United trips Neco Williams
Lewis Hall is injured and is taken off the field to receive medical treatment.
The game is restarted
Bruno Guimaraes goes for goal on the direct free kick, but the shot sails wide
Goal kick for Nottingham Forest
Lewis Hall comes back onto the field.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Lewis Hall is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 46%, Newcastle United: 54%.
Malick Thiaw wins an air challenge against Taiwo Awoniyi
Newcastle United are trying to create something here.
Luca Netz from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Igor Jesus from Nottingham Forest commits a foul by elbowing Lewis Hall
Igor Jesus from Nottingham Forest receives a yellow card after a dangerous challenge on an opponent player.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Newcastle United are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Newcastle United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United tries to score from outside the penalty box, but the shot is nowhere near the target.
Goal kick for Nottingham Forest
The second half is underway
Nicolas Dominguez is coming out with a knock and is replaced by Ryan Yates.
Malick Thiaw wins an air challenge against Luca Netz
Good effort by Igor Jesus as he directs a shot on target, but Nick Pope saves it
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 45%, Newcastle United: 55%.
It's over! The referee blows for half time
Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest tries to score from outside the penalty box, but the shot is nowhere near the target.
Goal kick for Newcastle United
The fourth official shows there are 2 minute(s) of time to be added
Safe hands from Nick Pope as he comes out and claims the ball
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 43%, Newcastle United: 57%.
Nicolas Dominguez makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Sven Botman relieves the pressure with a clearance
Newcastle United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The cross by Lewis Hall from Newcastle United successfully finds a teammate in the box.
A chance presents itself to Joelinton from Newcastle United but his header goes wide
Joelinton from Newcastle United heads the ball, but it's a terrible effort nowhere near the goal.
Goal kick for Nottingham Forest
Newcastle United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Newcastle United are trying to create something here.
Nick Woltemade creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Good effort by William Osula as he directs a shot on target, but Matz Sels saves it
Matz Sels makes a crucial save!
Newcastle United are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
A shot by Igor Jesus is blocked
Sandro Tonali successfully blocks the shot
The referee signals a free kick as Igor Jesus from Nottingham Forest trips Bruno Guimaraes
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 41%, Newcastle United: 59%.
The referee signals a free kick as Luca Netz from Nottingham Forest trips Sven Botman
Sven Botman from Newcastle United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Jair Cunha makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Sandro Tonali makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Newcastle United start a counter attack
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Bruno Guimaraes swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Jair Cunha from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Newcastle United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The referee signals a free kick as Joelinton from Newcastle United trips Elliot Anderson
Nicolas Dominguez could cost his team a goal after a defensive blunder.
Nick Pope from Newcastle United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Good effort by Jair Cunha as he directs a shot on target, but Nick Pope saves it
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 39%, Newcastle United: 61%.
Dilane Bakwa from Nottingham Forest takes a short corner kick from the right.
Bruno Guimaraes makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Elliot Anderson makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Neco Williams relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
Dilane Bakwa creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Bruno Guimaraes relieves the pressure with a clearance
The referee signals a free kick as Morato from Nottingham Forest trips William Osula
Newcastle United are trying to create something here.
Newcastle United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Goal kick for Newcastle United
Morato makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 38%, Newcastle United: 62%.
The referee signals a free kick as Joelinton from Newcastle United trips Dilane Bakwa
A shot by Neco Williams is blocked
Jacob Murphy successfully blocks the shot
Newcastle United are in control of the ball.
The referee signals a free kick as Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United trips Elliot Anderson
Safe hands from Matz Sels as he comes out and claims the ball
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
A shot by William Osula is blocked
Morato successfully blocks the shot
Bruno Guimaraes creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
William Osula is penalised for pushing Jair Cunha
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 35%, Newcastle United: 65%.
Elliot Anderson fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Goal kick for Newcastle United
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Matz Sels is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Newcastle United are trying to create something here.
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Sandro Tonali fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Goal kick for Nottingham Forest
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 31%, Newcastle United: 69%.
Nikola Milenkovic from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nikola Milenkovic is penalised for pushing William Osula
Matz Sels from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Newcastle United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Neco Williams from Nottingham Forest swings in the corner from the left.
Igor Jesus sends a header towards goal, but Nick Pope is there to comfortably save it
Newcastle United are trying to create something here.
Dilane Bakwa makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Nottingham Forest are trying to create something here.
A shot by Dilane Bakwa is blocked
Lewis Hall successfully blocks the shot
Taiwo Awoniyi makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The referee signals a free kick as Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United trips Taiwo Awoniyi
Newcastle United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 28%, Newcastle United: 72%.
Nicolas Dominguez from Nottingham Forest goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Bruno Guimaraes
Matz Sels from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Newcastle United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Newcastle United are in control of the ball.
Elliot Anderson makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Joelinton relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nikola Milenkovic relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Goal kick for Nottingham Forest
Newcastle United are in control of the ball.
Nicolas Dominguez makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 25%, Newcastle United: 75%.
Newcastle United are trying to create something here.
The cross by Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United successfully finds a teammate in the box.
William Osula from Newcastle United fails to connect properly on the volley and sends the ball wide of target
Newcastle United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Newcastle United are in control of the ball.
Newcastle United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Newcastle United are in control of the ball.
Newcastle United are in control of the ball.
Joelinton is penalised for pushing Neco Williams
Newcastle United are trying to create something here.
Newcastle United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Nikola Milenkovic from Nottingham Forest intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Jair Cunha relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sven Botman relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ball possession: Nottingham Forest: 21%, Newcastle United: 79%.
Newcastle United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Nicolas Dominguez makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The referee signals a free kick as Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest trips Bruno Guimaraes
Newcastle United are trying to create something here.
Nottingham Forest take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Nottingham Forest are in control of the ball.
Taiwo Awoniyi is penalised for pushing Sven Botman
Newcastle United are in control of the ball.
Newcastle United are in control of the ball.
Before we get underway, the players and crowd observe a minute's silence.
The referee starts the match
Newcastle United kick-off, and the game is underway.
The pitch is in good condition today allowing for more technical play
A perfect day for football with glorious sunshine.
Newcastle United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Newcastle United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Welcome to City Ground, Nottingham, the match will start in about 5 minutes.
Welcome to City Ground, Nottingham where the two teams take the field for the start of this match.
Welcome to City Ground, Nottingham where we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the two teams
Welcome to City Ground, Nottingham, where we await the arrival of today's teams.
Welcome to City Ground, Nottingham, now all we need are the two teams.
Welcome to today's crucial game from City Ground, Nottingham. We are awaiting the arrival of both teams, in anticipation of a great match!
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 | 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 |
Newcastle United
Away
|
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
Home
|
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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