Premier League Regular Season - 25
Leeds 3 - 1 FT Nottingham Forest
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
26' J. Bogle (I. Gruev)
30' N. Okafor (J. Justin)
HT
49' D. Calvert-Lewin (I. Gruev)
↓ N. Dominguez ↑O. Hutchinson 54'
↓ Igor Jesus ↑L. Lucca 54'
61' N. Okafor
I. Sangare 62'
↓ M. Gibbs-White ↑R. Yates 67'
↓ C. Hudson-Odoi ↑D. Ndoye 67'
↓ Z. Abbott ↑L. Netz 76'
79' ↓ B. Aaronson ↑D. James
82' ↓ N. Okafor ↑S. Longstaff
L. Lucca (O. Hutchinson) 86'
90'+6 ↓ J. Bogle ↑S. Bornauw
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Leeds
Goalkeepers
Karl Darlow 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
James Justin 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
44%
Pass Acc
Joe Rodon 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
83%
Duel Win %
Pascal Struijk 
MAGNET
85
Activity
85
Activity
75
Passes
10
Duels
Midfielders
Jayden Bogle 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Ethan Ampadu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ilia Gruev
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
2
Assists
43%
Pass Acc
Gabriel Gudmundsson 
DRIBBLER
5
Dribbles
5
Dribbles
6
Attempts
83%
Success %
Forwards
Brenden Aaronson 
PROVOCATEUR
6
Fouls Won
6
Fouls Won
10
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Noah Okafor
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Dominic Calvert-Lewin
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
Lucas Perri 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jaka Bijol
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sebastiaan Bornauw
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
4
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel James
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ao Tanaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sean Longstaff
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wilfried Gnonto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joël Piroe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lukas Nmecha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nottingham Forest
Goalkeepers
Stefan Ortega
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Zach Abbott
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Nikola Milenković
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Morato 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Ola Aina
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Ibrahim Sangaré
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Elliot Anderson
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
54%
Pass Acc
Nicolás Domínguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
54
Total Mins
54
Entry
Morgan Gibbs-White
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
15%
Pass Acc
Callum Hudson-Odoi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Forwards
Igor Jesus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
54
Total Mins
54
Entry
BENCH
Angus Gunn
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Luca Netz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jair
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryan Yates
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
James McAtee
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Omari Hutchinson 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
46
Minutes
7.2
Rating
Lorenzo Lucca 
CLUTCH HERO
86
Goal Time
86
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.5
Rating
Dan Ndoye
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Taiwo Awoniyi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/11/2025 | Nottingham Forest | 3 - 1 | Leeds | Premier League | City Ground |
| 27/07/2023 | Nottingham Forest | 0 - 2 | Leeds | Friendlies Clubs | Pirelli Stadium |
| 04/04/2023 | Leeds | 2 - 1 | Nottingham Forest | Premier League | Elland Road |
| 05/02/2023 | Nottingham Forest | 1 - 0 | Leeds | Premier League | The City Ground |
| 08/02/2020 | Nottingham Forest | 2 - 0 | Leeds | Championship | The City Ground |
| 10/08/2019 | Leeds | 1 - 1 | Nottingham Forest | Championship | Elland Road |
09/11/2025
27/07/2023
04/04/2023
05/02/2023
08/02/2020
10/08/2019
Leeds Win
Nottingham Forest Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +32
P: 25 GD: +27
P: 25 GD: +9
P: 25 GD: +10
P: 25 GD: +17
P: 25 GD: +5
P: 25 GD: +5
P: 25 GD: 0
P: 25 GD: -2
P: 25 GD: -2
P: 25 GD: -3
P: 25 GD: -1
P: 25 GD: -3
P: 25 GD: +1
P: 25 GD: 0
P: 25 GD: -9
P: 25 GD: -13
P: 25 GD: -17
P: 25 GD: -24
League Standings
P: 30 GD: +37
P: 29 GD: +32
P: 29 GD: +11
P: 29 GD: +5
P: 29 GD: +19
P: 29 GD: +9
P: 29 GD: +4
P: 29 GD: +1
P: 29 GD: -2
P: 29 GD: -3
P: 29 GD: -4
P: 29 GD: -1
P: 29 GD: +2
P: 28 GD: -4
P: 29 GD: -11
P: 28 GD: -5
P: 29 GD: -15
P: 29 GD: -19
P: 29 GD: -26
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Elland Road Erupts as Leeds Punish Forest
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 47/100. This clinical performance pulls Leeds clear of their rivals in a high-stakes relegation six-pointer at the bottom of the table.
The Early Blitz at Elland Road
The atmosphere at Elland Road was electric as Leeds looked to distance themselves from the drop zone against a direct rival. From the opening exchanges, the hosts controlled possession with a 56% share, forcing Nottingham Forest into a defensive shell. The breakthrough arrived in the 26th minute when Bogle surged forward to meet a precise delivery from the standout Ilia Gruev. This opening salvo set the tone for a match defined by an Intensity rating of 8.8, as Leeds refused to let their opponents breathe. The early pressure was relentless, with the home side utilizing the full width of the pitch to stretch a retreating Forest backline that struggled to cope with the movement of the Leeds front three.
Gruev Pulls the Strings
The turning point came shortly after the opener, as Leeds effectively killed the contest within a four-minute window. Okafor showed his clinical edge in the 30th minute, doubling the advantage after being teed up by James Justin. The Balance of the match shifted entirely in favor of the Whites, who looked faster and more purposeful in every transition. Any hopes of a Forest comeback were extinguished early in the second half when Calvert-Lewin notched the third goal, once again assisted by the creative Gruev. A barrage of 31 shots across both teams turned this encounter into a shooting gallery, but it was Leeds who displayed the superior precision in the final third, leaving the visitors chasing shadows for much of the afternoon.
Subs Offer Late Resistance
Despite the three-goal deficit, Nottingham Forest attempted to salvage some pride through tactical changes. The introduction of Lucca and Hutchinson injected fresh energy into the away side, leading to a late consolation goal in the 86th minute. Lucca’s strike, assisted by Hutchinson, rewarded the visitors for their persistence during a period where they earned several of the match’s 15 corners. However, with the Stakes being so high in this survival scrap, Leeds professionally managed the final moments to ensure no further drama. The victory provides a massive boost to Leeds’ morale and league position, while Forest are left to reflect on a defensive display that lacked the necessary grit to survive the Elland Road cauldron.
Key Questions
How did substitute Noah Okafor change the game?
Okafor’s clinical finish in the 30th minute provided the crucial two-goal cushion, effectively securing the points for Leeds during their dominant first-half spell.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Desperation and Defiance at Elland Road
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 36/100. A high-tension survival clash where the winner secures breathing room and the loser remains mired in the relegation dogfight.
The Setup
Leeds and Nottingham Forest arrive at Elland Road on February 06, 2026, locked in a statistical embrace that neither side wants. Both clubs sit on exactly 25 points, teetering just above the drop zone in a match defined by its immense Stakes. While Leeds have relied on a steady stream of draws to keep their heads above water, their Form remains fragile. Conversely, Nottingham Forest have shown more volatility, suffering two consecutive losses that have wiped out their previous momentum. The Balance between these two is razor-thin, with the home side’s marginal statistical advantage primarily rooted in their defensive stability compared to Forest’s away-day struggles.
Key Battle
The outcome hinges on the creative duel between Brenden Aaronson and Morgan Gibbs-White. Aaronson has become the focal point of the Leeds attack, using his high-energy pressing to disrupt deep-lying playmakers. He will be tasked with tracking Morgan Gibbs-White, who remains the primary source of inspiration for the visitors. If Anton Stach can provide the necessary defensive cover, it will allow Aaronson the freedom to exploit the gaps behind the Forest midfield.
Our Prediction
This will be a match of nerves rather than technical brilliance. Expect Leeds to dominate territory, forcing Matz Sels into several early saves. However, the visitors' vulnerability on the counter-attack is likely to be their undoing. We expect a narrow 2-1 victory for the hosts, as Aaronson’s clinical edge proves the difference in a chaotic second half.