Live Blog: Nottingham Forest vs. Manchester City | Premier League
Manchester City travel to the City Ground desperate to bounce back from two consecutive Premier League defeats. Standing in their way are Nottingham Forest, who are struggling near the bottom of the table and urgently need a victory.
Manchester City 🔵⚪ still have no answers against a Nottingham Forest 🌳 side producing their best performance of the season so far. Liam Delap, who has scored twice, is giving everything for his team, constantly running, pressing, and fighting for every ball. The hosts are just minutes away from securing a sensational victory!
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 3-1 Manchester City 🔵⚪
73' | GOOOOOOAL FOR NOTTINGHAM FOREST! DELAP SCORES AGAIN!
What a statement from Nottingham Forest 🌳! Liam Delap grabs his second goal of the afternoon with a move almost identical to his first. Manchester City 🔵⚪ were pushing everyone forward and dominating possession, leaving themselves exposed at the back, and the hosts punished them with a devastating counterattack. Forest are closing in on a historic victory!
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 3-1 Manchester City 🔵⚪
70' | Manchester City Throw Everything Forward!
Manchester City 🔵⚪ are throwing everything into attack as they desperately search for an equalizer, piling pressure on the opposition's penalty area. However, Nottingham Forest 🌳 remain disciplined at the back, waiting for the perfect opportunity to seal the victory on the counterattack. Tension is rising at the City Ground!
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 2-1 Manchester City 🔵⚪
56' | Haaland Comes Inches Away From the Equalizer!
Erling Haaland threatens once again! The Norwegian striker unleashes a powerful right-footed shot that flashes just wide of the post. Manchester City 🔵⚪ are growing increasingly dangerous as they push for an equalizer, while Nottingham Forest 🌳 must withstand the Citizens' comeback attempt.
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 2-1 Manchester City 🔵⚪
51' | GOOOOOAL FOR MANCHESTER CITY! 🔵⚪
The Citizens are back in the game! Rayan Cherki pulls one back for Manchester City 🔵⚪ with a brilliant first-time strike after pouncing on a rebound inside the box. Nottingham Forest 🌳 still lead, but the contest is heating up again at the City Ground. What a second half we have ahead!
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 2-1 Manchester City 🔵⚪
46' | The Second Half Is Underway at the City Ground!
We're back in action! Nottingham Forest 🌳 begin the second half holding a stunning two-goal advantage over Manchester City 🔵⚪. The hosts will look to maintain their intensity and secure three crucial points in the relegation battle, while Enzo Maresca's side need an immediate response to get back into the contest.
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 2-0 Manchester City 🔵⚪
45' | Halftime! A Massive Upset at the City Ground!
What an incredible first half! Nottingham Forest 🌳 are producing one of the biggest surprises of the matchday, heading into halftime with a two-goal lead over Manchester City 🔵⚪. Goals from Jair Cunha and Liam Delap highlight the hosts' outstanding performance and relentless intensity. Enzo Maresca's side must find a response in the second half to avoid a stunning defeat.
Halftime Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 2-0 Manchester City 🔵⚪
40' | JAIR CUNHA SAVES NOTTINGHAM FOREST!
What an incredible goal-line clearance from Jair Cunha! Erling Haaland rounds the goalkeeper and fires toward a virtually empty net, but the Nottingham Forest 🌳 defender arrives just in time to deny Manchester City 🔵⚪. A goal-saving intervention that feels as valuable as scoring!
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 2-0 Manchester City 🔵⚪
31' | Haaland Finally Makes an Appearance!
Erling Haaland gets his first opportunity of the match with a weak shot on the turn that poses little threat. The Norwegian striker has been virtually invisible throughout the first half, reflecting Manchester City 🔵⚪'s struggles against a Nottingham Forest 🌳 side that continues to dominate.
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 2-0 Manchester City 🔵⚪
25' | Nottingham Forest Continue to Overwhelm Manchester City!
Nottingham Forest 🌳 show no signs of slowing down, continuing to pin Manchester City 🔵⚪ deep inside their own half. Enzo Maresca's side have no answers to Forest's relentless intensity, with the hosts fighting for every ball as they desperately seek three points to escape the relegation zone. The City Ground is witnessing an outstanding performance from the home side!
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 2-0 Manchester City 🔵⚪
18' | GOOOOOAL FOR NOTTINGHAM FOREST! 🌳
Nottingham Forest 🌳 are completely dominating Manchester City 🔵⚪! Liam Delap doubles the lead with a sensational solo effort. The striker picked up the ball near the halfway line, drove forward without anyone stopping him, and found himself one-on-one with Donnarumma, beating the goalkeeper with a brilliant finish. The City Ground goes wild!
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 2-0 Manchester City 🔵⚪
15' | Nottingham Forest Outplay Manchester City!
What a performance from Nottingham Forest 🌳! The hosts are outplaying Manchester City 🔵⚪, winning almost every second ball and creating dangerous opportunities. Enzo Maresca's side are struggling to impose their style against Forest's relentless intensity and pressing.
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 1-0 Manchester City 🔵⚪
10' | Manchester City Push for the Equalizer!
Manchester City 🔵⚪ take control of possession and begin pushing forward in search of an equalizer. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest 🌳 drop deeper into their own half, waiting for another opportunity to strike on the counterattack. An intense and entertaining contest at the City Ground!
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 1-0 Manchester City 🔵⚪
5' | GOOOOOAL FOR NOTTINGHAM FOREST! 🌳
The City Ground erupts! Jair gives Nottingham Forest 🌳 the lead with a brilliant left-footed finish into the corner past Donnarumma. The full-back pressed Joško Gvardiol, won possession, and produced an outstanding strike to stun Manchester City 🔵⚪.
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 1-0 Manchester City 🔵⚪
1' | Kickoff at the City Ground!
The ball is rolling! Nottingham Forest 🌳 and Manchester City 🔵⚪ get their Premier League clash underway. The hosts aim to make home advantage count, while the Citizens look to return to winning ways.
Score: Nottingham Forest 🌳 0-0 Manchester City 🔵⚪
Preview | Both Teams Are Warming Up at the City Ground
Nottingham Forest 🌳 and Manchester City 🔵⚪ are already warming up on the pitch at the City Ground. Everything is set for an exciting Premier League clash, with both sides looking to secure three crucial points.
Nottingham Forest 🌳 vs Manchester City 🔵⚪
🌳 Nottingham Forest vs. 🔵⚪ Manchester City: Both Teams Desperate for Three Points
Matchday 10 of the Premier League brings together two clubs with very different ambitions but the same need to secure a positive result.
Manchester City, managed by Enzo Maresca, began the season with seven consecutive league victories. However, defeats against Aston Villa and Brighton cost them first place, allowing Arsenal to move to the top of the standings.
The Citizens arrive following a 3-2 victory over RB Leipzig in the Champions League, a result that helped restore confidence before returning to domestic action.
Meanwhile, Oliver Glasner's Nottingham Forest sit 19th with just six points from nine matches.
The hosts have lost four of their last five league games and have yet to score a Premier League goal at the City Ground this season.
Despite those struggles, Forest have created plenty of opportunities. Their 152 shots rank among the highest totals in the competition, but they have managed only six goals.
Erling Haaland and Elliot Anderson Take Center Stage
One of the biggest names to watch will be Erling Haaland, who remains Manchester City's main attacking threat.
The Norwegian striker arrives after scoring the decisive goal against RB Leipzig and will be looking to carry that momentum into the Premier League.
Another intriguing storyline involves Elliot Anderson, who returns to the City Ground after leaving Nottingham Forest during the summer transfer window.
The midfielder was an important figure for the hosts and will now face his former teammates.
For Glasner's side, Morgan Gibbs-White will play a crucial role in creating chances, while Igor Jesus could return after recovering from injury.
The hosts will be without Nicolás Domínguez, who has suffered another muscle injury. Manchester City, meanwhile, are missing Antoine Semenyo because of a knee problem.
Nottingham Forest Have Reason to Believe
Although Manchester City have enjoyed a much stronger start to the season, the City Ground has already witnessed a memorable upset against the Citizens.
In March 2025, Nottingham Forest secured a 1-0 victory thanks to a goal from Callum Hudson-Odoi.
Their most recent meeting also ended in a 2-2 draw at the Etihad Stadium in March 2026.
Manchester City need to close the gap in the title race, while Forest are searching for a victory that could transform their season.
Match Facts
- Match: Nottingham Forest vs. Manchester City
- Competition: Premier League, Matchday 10
- Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Stadium: City Ground, Nottingham, England
Key Takeaways
- Manchester City are looking to recover from two consecutive Premier League defeats.
- Nottingham Forest have yet to score a home league goal this season.
- Erling Haaland and Elliot Anderson are among the key players to watch at the City Ground.
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