Nottingham Forest Secure Sixth Straight Premier League Win with a 3-0 Triumph Over Wolves

Nottingham Forest Extend Winning Streak to Six with Dominant Display.

Nottingham Forest’s stellar form in the Premier League continued on Monday night as they dismantled Wolverhampton Wanderers with a convincing 3-0 victory. This marks their sixth consecutive top-flight win—a feat they last achieved in 1979.

The victory propels Forest to third place in the league table, level on 40 points with Arsenal after 20 games. For Wolves, the defeat leaves them precariously close to the relegation zone, sitting 17th with 16 points, just above 18th-placed Ipswich Town on goal difference. It was also a tough introduction for Wolves’ new manager, Vitor Pereira, who suffered his first loss at the helm.

Gibbs-White Silences Molineux with Early Opener

Nottingham Forest wasted no time asserting their dominance, with Morgan Gibbs-White—a former Wolves midfielder—delivering a clinical finish in the 7th minute. The goal stemmed from a swift counterattack initiated by Elliot Anderson’s incisive pass, allowing Gibbs-White to combine with Anthony Elanga before slotting the ball into the bottom corner. The goal not only silenced the boos from the home crowd but set the tone for a memorable night for Forest.

Despite going behind early, Wolves responded valiantly, creating a series of chances. Their 1.35 xG in the first half highlighted their attacking intent, but Forest goalkeeper Matz Sels stood tall, making critical saves to deny Wolves an equalizer.

Chris Wood’s Clinical Strike Doubles Forest’s Lead

Just before halftime, Forest capitalized on another devastating counterattack. Matz Sels launched a precise long ball to Callum Hudson-Odoi, who outpaced Matt Doherty and delivered a pinpoint cutback to Chris Wood. The New Zealand striker, a perennial thorn in Wolves’ side, made no mistake as he netted his eighth goal in 13 appearances against the Midlands club. This gave Forest a commanding 2-0 lead heading into the break.

Awoniyi Seals the Deal in Stoppage Time

The second half saw a more conservative approach from Nottingham Forest as they tightened their defensive structure. Wolves struggled to break through, managing only a few half-chances. In the dying moments of the game, Taiwo Awoniyi added the finishing touch. Another long ball found Hudson-Odoi, whose deft pass allowed James Ward-Prowse to set up Awoniyi for a simple tap-in, sealing the 3-0 victory.

Soccer Baba’s Verdict

Wolves will rue their missed opportunities, particularly in the first half when Jorgen Strand Larsen squandered two golden chances. Despite a spirited performance, the hosts couldn’t overcome Forest’s defensive resilience and clinical finishing.

For Nottingham Forest, this victory underscores their credentials as serious contenders for European qualification. Their balanced approach—combining attacking prowess with defensive discipline—has made them one of the Premier League’s standout teams this season. With six wins on the bounce and four consecutive clean sheets, Forest’s dream of returning to the Champions League looks increasingly plausible.

Match Highlights

Morgan Gibbs-White’s Goal (7th Minute)

• Scenario: Nottingham Forest launched a counterattack from their defensive third. Elliot Anderson played a line-breaking pass to Gibbs-White, who combined with Anthony Elanga before curling the ball into the bottom right corner.
• Impact: The goal silenced the home crowd and set Forest on their way to victory.

Chris Wood’s Goal (44th Minute)

• Scenario: A long ball from Matz Sels found Hudson-Odoi, who surged past Doherty and delivered a perfect cutback for Wood to finish.
• Impact: The goal doubled Forest’s lead and highlighted their clinical edge.

Taiwo Awoniyi’s Goal (94th Minute)

• Scenario: Hudson-Odoi’s creativity once again proved decisive as he set up Ward-Prowse, whose assist allowed Awoniyi to score a simple tap-in.
• Impact: The late goal cemented Forest’s dominant performance and secured the clean sheet.

Man of the Match: Matz Sels

Matz Sels delivered a masterclass between the posts, making five crucial saves to maintain Forest’s clean sheet. His command of the penalty area and shot-stopping ability were instrumental in securing the victory. This performance marked his fourth consecutive clean sheet and ninth of the season, further solidifying his reputation as one of the league’s top goalkeepers.

Match Stats

• Possession: Wolves 61% – 39% Forest
• Shots: Wolves 13 – 11 Forest
• Shots on Target: Wolves 6 – 3 Forest
• Corners: Wolves 5 – 3 Forest
• Fouls: Wolves 10 – 8 Forest

Key Stats

• Chris Wood: Scored 21 non-penalty goals since Nuno Espírito Santo took over as Forest manager, trailing only Erling Haaland (24) and Alexander Isak (23).
• Anthony Elanga: Contributed 21 goals/assists since the start of last season, the most by any U22 player apart from Cole Palmer.

What’s Next?

Wolverhampton Wanderers will shift focus to the FA Cup as they face Bristol City in the third round on Saturday. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest will prepare to host Luton Town at The City Ground for their own FA Cup clash, aiming to extend their winning momentum into the domestic cup competition.