Nottingham Forest secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the Premier League, thanks to Anthony Elanga’s outstanding individual effort. The match-winner scored the only goal of the game with a 9-second, 85-meter dash, securing Forest’s first league double over United since 1992.
Forest dominated possession and created several scoring opportunities throughout the match, but United struggled to create chances. The visitors’ best chance came in the 90th minute when Harry Maguire prodded the ball past Matz Sels, only for Murillo to hook clear off the line.
Forest’s captain, Ryan Yates, praised his team’s determination and spirit, saying “we’re having a great season… the crowd were incredible… be your best every single day… put the team above yourself… that’s our philosophy.” United’s manager, Nuno Espírito Santo, acknowledged the visitors’ struggles in the final third, saying “we controlled the game… we knew this team could score goals out of nothing… but we didn’t have the quality in the final third.”
The win marked a significant victory for Forest, who are now edging closer to the Champions League spot, while United will be left frustrated after failing to take their chances.
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