Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC Match Report – Sat 28 Sep 2024

• Date: Saturday, 28 September 2024
• Kick Off: 19:30
• Venue: The City Ground, Nottingham
• Attendance: 30,139
• Referee: Josh Smith

Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC Match Overview

Nottingham Forest hosted Fulham FC at The City Ground in an electrifying Premier League encounter. The two teams were neck and neck, separated by just one point on the league table. Despite a hard-fought battle, Fulham clinched a narrow 1-0 victory, courtesy of Raúl Jiménez’s penalty in the second half, ending Forest’s unbeaten run.

Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC Match Report

Both Nottingham Forest and Fulham FC entered the match with much at stake. Nottingham Forest, unbeaten at home this season, were looking to maintain their form, while Fulham, flying high in the Premier League standings, sought to further solidify their position. The game was expected to be a tactical battle, with each team trying to exploit the other’s weaknesses.

Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC Head-to-Head

Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC Lineups & Substitutions

Here are the Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC lineups today (Sep 28, 2024)

Nottingham Forest (4-4-2 Formation):

• Goalkeeper: Matz Sels
• Defenders:
  • Murillo
  • Álex Moreno
  • Nikola Milenkovic
  • Ola Aina
• Midfielders:
  • Elliot Anderson (Off 57′)
  • Nicolás Domínguez (Off 57′)
  • James Ward-Prowse (Off 75′)
  • Ryan Yates (C, Yellow Card 31′)
• Forwards:
  • Taiwo Awoniyi (Off 45′)
  • Chris Wood

Substitutes:

• Carlos Miguel
• Morato
• Neco Williams (On 84′)
• Willy-Arnaud Boly
• Callum Hudson-Odoi (On 57′)
• Jota Silva (On 57′)
• Anthony Elanga (On 45′)
• Ramón Sosa (On 75′)

Fulham FC (4-2-3-1 Formation):

• Goalkeeper: Bernd Leno (Yellow Card 84′)
• Defenders:
  • Kenny Tete (Yellow Card 54′)
  • Calvin Bassey
  • Joachim Andersen
  • Antonee Robinson
• Midfielders:
  • Adama Traoré (Off 69′)
  • Alex Iwobi
  • Andreas Pereira (Off 69′)
  • Sasa Lukic (Yellow Card 59′, Off 83′)
  • Emile Smith Rowe (Off 88′)
• Forward:
  • Raúl Jiménez (Off 83′, Goal 51′)

Substitutes:

• Steven Benda
• Timothy Castagne
• Issa Diop (On 88′)
• Harrison Reed (On 83′, Yellow Card 90′)
• Sander Berge (On 69′)
• Rodrigo Muniz (On 83′)
• Reiss Nelson (On 69′)

Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC Half-Time Overview

Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC Scoreline: Nottingham Forest 0 – 0 Fulham

Both sides struggled to break the deadlock during the first 45 minutes. Nottingham Forest created early pressure with Taiwo Awoniyi missing an early chance, while Chris Wood had an effort disallowed for offside after a tight VAR review. Fulham, however, also had their moments but couldn’t capitalize, leaving the score level at halftime.

Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC Second Half & Full Time

51′ – Goal!
Fulham broke the deadlock in the second half after Murillo fouled Andreas Pereira in the penalty area. After a VAR review, the referee awarded a penalty, and Raúl Jiménez calmly slotted it into the top-right corner for his 50th Premier League goal, giving Fulham a 1-0 lead.

Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC Substitutions & Tactical Changes:
Nuno Espirito Santo, sensing the need for an attacking spark, brought on Anthony Elanga and Callum Hudson-Odoi early in the second half, but the hosts struggled to find rhythm. Fulham, on the other hand, reinforced their defense with the introduction of Harrison Reed and Issa Diop to protect their slender lead.

Despite Forest piling on the pressure in the dying moments, with chances falling to Jota Silva and Callum Hudson-Odoi, Fulham’s defense stood tall, repelling wave after wave of attacks.

Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC Full-Time Score: Nottingham Forest 0 – 1 Fulham

Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC Stats

Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC Timeline

Impact on Premier League Table

• Nottingham Forest: This defeat leaves Forest in 9th position with 9 points, ending their unbeaten start to the season.
• Fulham FC: With this hard-earned victory, Fulham leapfrogs Forest to move into 6th place with 11 points, continuing their strong start to the season.

Player Achievements

• Raúl Jiménez: Scored his 50th Premier League goal.
• Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC Man of the Match: Antonee Robinson – The Fulham left-back was voted the best player on the pitch for his tireless defensive work and crucial clearances.

Fulham’s narrow 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest was a tactical masterclass by Marco Silva. Despite Forest’s early dominance, Fulham’s resilience, particularly in defense, paid off as they absorbed pressure and struck with precision via Jiménez’s penalty. Nottingham Forest, meanwhile, will need to regroup ahead of their next fixture, as this defeat sees them slip down the league table.

FAQs:

• How did Fulham score the only goal in the Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC match?
  Raúl Jiménez scored a penalty in the 51st minute after Murillo fouled Andreas Pereira in the box.
• Who was the Man of the Match in the Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC match?
  Antonee Robinson was voted the Man of the Match for his defensive heroics and composure.
• How did Nottingham Forest perform in the Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC match?
  Forest had some good moments, but their inability to break Fulham’s defense and capitalize on key chances ultimately led to their defeat.
• What was the turning point in the Nottingham Forest vs Fulham FC match?
  The penalty decision in the 51st minute, which led to Jiménez’s goal, was the key moment that swung the game in Fulham’s favor.