Premier League Regular Season - 37
Manchester United 3 - 2 FT Nottingham Forest
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
5' L. Shaw
HT
Morato (E. Anderson) 53'
55' M. Cunha
↓ O. Hutchinson ↑D. Bakwa 70'
↓ C. Wood ↑T. Awoniyi 70'
↓ N. Dominguez ↑I. Sangare 70'
76' B. Mbeumo (B. Fernandes)
M. Gibbs-White (E. Anderson) 78'
78' Casemiro
80' ↓ B. Mbeumo ↑J. Zirkzee
80' ↓ M. Cunha ↑P. Dorgu
81' ↓ Casemiro ↑M. Mount
↓ Igor Jesus ↑J. McAtee 84'
↓ L. Netz ↑Cunha 84'
90'+3 L. Shaw
E. Anderson 90'+4
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Manchester United
Goalkeepers
Senne Lammens 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Diogo Dalot 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
33%
Pass Acc
Harry Maguire
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lisandro Martínez 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
1
Interceptions
2
Tackles
Luke Shaw 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Midfielders
Casemiro
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
81
Total Mins
81
Entry
Kobbie Mainoo
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
49%
Pass Acc
Amad Diallo 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Bruno Fernandes
ARCHITECT
7
Key Passes
7
Key Passes
1
Assists
47%
Pass Acc
Matheus Cunha
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
Bryan Mbeumo 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
BENCH
Altay Bayındır 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ayden Heaven
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyrell Malacia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Noussair Mazraoui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leny Yoro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Patrick Dorgu
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Manuel Ugarte
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mason Mount
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joshua Zirkzee
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nottingham Forest
Goalkeepers
Matz Sels
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Neco Williams 
SWEEPER
5
Cleanups
5
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
3
Blocks
Nikola Milenković
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Morato
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Luca Netz
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Midfielders
Omari Hutchinson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
Nicolás Domínguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
Elliot Anderson
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
2
Assists
68%
Pass Acc
Morgan Gibbs-White
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Forwards
Igor Jesus
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Chris Wood
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
BENCH
John Victor
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Stefan Ortega
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jair
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Zach Abbott
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ibrahim Sangaré
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryan Yates
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
James McAtee
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dilane Bakwa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Taiwo Awoniyi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/01/2025 | Nottingham Forest | 2 - 2 | Manchester United | Premier League | City Ground |
| 04/01/2025 | Nottingham Forest | 1 - 0 | Manchester United | Premier League | The City Ground |
| 12/07/2024 | Manchester United | 2 - 3 | Nottingham Forest | Premier League | Old Trafford |
| 02/28/2024 | Nottingham Forest | 0 - 1 | Manchester United | FA Cup | The City Ground |
| 12/30/2023 | Nottingham Forest | 2 - 1 | Manchester United | Premier League | The City Ground |
| 08/26/2023 | Manchester United | 3 - 2 | Nottingham Forest | Premier League | Old Trafford |
| 04/16/2023 | Nottingham Forest | 0 - 2 | Manchester United | Premier League | The City Ground |
| 02/01/2023 | Manchester United | 2 - 0 | Nottingham Forest | League Cup | Old Trafford |
| 01/25/2023 | Nottingham Forest | 0 - 3 | Manchester United | League Cup | The City Ground |
| 12/27/2022 | Manchester United | 3 - 0 | Nottingham Forest | Premier League | Old Trafford |
11/01/2025
04/01/2025
12/07/2024
02/28/2024
12/30/2023
08/26/2023
04/16/2023
02/01/2023
01/25/2023
12/27/2022
Manchester United Win
Nottingham Forest Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 37 GD: +43
P: 37 GD: +43
P: 37 GD: +16
P: 37 GD: +6
P: 37 GD: +10
P: 37 GD: +4
P: 37 GD: +9
P: 37 GD: +3
P: 37 GD: -7
P: 36 GD: +6
P: 37 GD: 0
P: 37 GD: -2
P: 37 GD: -6
P: 37 GD: -4
P: 37 GD: -9
P: 37 GD: -3
P: 36 GD: -9
P: 37 GD: -22
P: 37 GD: -37
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 37 | 82 | 69 | 26 | +43 | |
| 2 | Manchester City | 37 | 78 | 76 | 33 | +43 | |
| 3 | Manchester United | 37 | 68 | 66 | 50 | +16 | |
| 4 | Aston Villa | 37 | 62 | 54 | 48 | +6 | |
| 5 | Liverpool | 37 | 59 | 62 | 52 | +10 | |
| 6 | Bournemouth | 37 | 56 | 57 | 53 | +4 | |
| 7 | Brighton | 37 | 53 | 52 | 43 | +9 | |
| 8 | Chelsea | 37 | 52 | 57 | 50 | +7 | |
| 9 | Brentford | 37 | 52 | 54 | 51 | +3 | |
| 10 | Sunderland | 37 | 51 | 40 | 47 | -7 | |
| 11 | Newcastle | 37 | 49 | 53 | 53 | 0 | |
| 12 | Everton | 37 | 49 | 47 | 49 | -2 | |
| 13 | Fulham | 37 | 49 | 45 | 51 | -6 | |
| 14 | Leeds | 37 | 47 | 49 | 53 | -4 | |
| 15 | Crystal Palace | 37 | 45 | 40 | 49 | -9 | |
| 16 | Nottingham Forest | 37 | 43 | 47 | 50 | -3 | |
| 17 | Tottenham | 37 | 38 | 47 | 57 | -10 | |
| 18 | West Ham | 37 | 36 | 43 | 65 | -22 | |
| 19 | Burnley | 37 | 21 | 37 | 74 | -37 | |
| 20 | Wolves | 37 | 19 | 26 | 67 | -41 |
P: 37 GD: +43
P: 37 GD: +43
P: 37 GD: +16
P: 37 GD: +6
P: 37 GD: +10
P: 37 GD: +4
P: 37 GD: +9
P: 37 GD: +7
P: 37 GD: +3
P: 37 GD: -7
P: 37 GD: 0
P: 37 GD: -2
P: 37 GD: -6
P: 37 GD: -4
P: 37 GD: -9
P: 37 GD: -3
P: 37 GD: -10
P: 37 GD: -22
P: 37 GD: -37
P: 37 GD: -41
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Attacking Chaos Secures Champions League Ticket
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 76/100. A breathtaking five-goal thriller at Old Trafford cements the hosts' top-tier European status while exposing a chaotic defensive fragility.
The Opening Act
The Stretford End barely had time to take their seats before L. Shaw ignited Old Trafford with a fifth-minute breakthrough. A blistering opening phase saw Manchester United unleash a barrage of early pressure, setting a frantic tempo that defined the afternoon. The Intensity rating was off the charts as the hosts launched an unrelenting assault on the opposition penalty area, ultimately racking up a staggering 27 shots over the ninety minutes. Despite controlling 51% possession, Nottingham Forest found themselves pinned back repeatedly by swift transitions and relentless corner pressure. The early exchanges felt like a shooting gallery, yet the visitors somehow absorbed the punishment, keeping the Stakes high and refusing to capsize before the halftime whistle offered a brief, desperate reprieve.
The Pivot
The interval did nothing to soothe the chaos, as the second half erupted into a breathless exchange of heavy blows. The Balance of the match swung wildly in the 53rd minute when Morato powered home a header to level the scoreline, courtesy of a brilliant delivery from E. Anderson. However, the away end's celebrations were ruthlessly cut short. Barely two minutes later, M. Cunha restored the hosts' advantage with a clinical strike that shifted the momentum entirely. This rapid-fire exchange transformed a tactical chess match into a heavyweight slugfest. The wild swings perfectly illustrated why this fixture carried such high drama, with both sides abandoning caution and committing bodies forward in a desperate bid to dictate the terms of engagement.
Resolution
Just as the hosts looked to drain the clock, the final quarter delivered yet another pair of stunning twists. At the 76-minute mark, B. Mbeumo seemed to put the result beyond doubt, finishing off a masterful sequence orchestrated by B. Fernandes. Yet, the visitors immediately bit back. M. Gibbs-White found the net just two minutes later—again set up by the sensational Anderson—to create a nerve-wracking finale. The Upset factor lingered heavily in the Manchester air until the final whistle finally confirmed a 3-2 victory. This vital triumph cements United's hold on third place and guarantees Champions League football, while Forest head home empty-handed but proud of their immense attacking resilience.
Key Questions
What made Elliot Anderson the Man of the Match?
He orchestrated the attack beautifully, providing two crucial assists and earning a 9.0 rating despite being on the losing side.
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
An unrelenting combined 38 shots and 12 corners created an incredibly open, chaotic match with rapid momentum swings.
What does this mean for Manchester United's season?
This crucial victory cements their third-place position, mathematically guaranteeing their spot in next season's Champions League.
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.
Late Season Drama as United Host Forest
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 63/100. United's push to cement a top-four finish meets a stubborn Forest side enjoying an unexpected late-season surge.
The Setup
At Old Trafford, a solid Stakes rating underlines the tension of this Matchweek 37 clash. Manchester United are sitting third, looking to mathematically lock in their European destiny. Nottingham Forest are no pushovers. The visitors arrive boasting an impressive unbeaten run in their last five outings, driving up a Form rating that signals danger for the hosts. High expected goal metrics promise an entertaining affair, backed by a strong Stars rating that guarantees attacking flair from both dugouts. United hold the structural advantage, but the Balance of this fixture hints at potential turbulence if the home side underestimates their mid-table opponents.
Key Battle
Bruno Fernandes vs Morgan Gibbs-White. Fernandes has been the creative heartbeat for United, pulling the strings in the final third with precise vision. He faces a red-hot Gibbs-White, who is currently carving up defenses and thriving in transition. Whoever dictates the tempo in the middle of the park will tip the scales for their side.
Our Prediction
United edge it 2-1. Forest will strike on the counter, but the hosts' sheer firepower and desperation to secure their Champions League status will eventually break down the away resistance late in the second half.