Alious
Nottingham Forest are emerging as one of the Premier League’s most intriguing storylines this season, combining resilient performances with a dash of controversy. Under Nuno Espirito Santo’s guidance, they’ve muscled their way to 10th place while losing just once in seven matches – a remarkable achievement that’s turning heads across the league.
The team has shown particular improvement in two key areas: their away form, highlighted by impressive results at Liverpool and Chelsea, and their effectiveness from set-pieces. Their tactical approach is clear – disciplined without the ball, creative with it – and it’s proving increasingly difficult for opponents to handle.
The respect they’re earning from their peers is evident in the comments from rival managers. Enzo Maresca praised their quality before Chelsea’s heated 1-1 draw, while Marco Silva, whose Fulham team remains the only side to defeat Forest this season, highlighted their attacking threats through players like Hudson-Odoi and Elanga.
These matches haven’t been without drama – take the fiery encounter with Brighton that saw both Morgan Gibbs-White and manager Nuno sent off. Even Liverpool’s Arne Slot couldn’t hide his frustration after Forest’s 1-0 victory at Anfield, describing the loss as “unbelievable” given Liverpool’s dominance in possession.
What’s emerging is a picture of a team that’s not just surviving but actively disrupting the Premier League’s established order. They’re combining tactical sophistication with a fierce competitive spirit, and while it might not always make them popular visitors, it’s certainly making them effective ones.
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