Nottingham Forest continued their impressive start to the Premier League season with a commanding 3-1 win over Leicester City in Friday’s East Midlands derby, propelling them into fifth place. Chris Wood starred with two goals, underlining his form as Forest emerged victorious despite some nervy moments.
The game opened with a rare strike from Ryan Yates, who seized on Leicester’s failed clearances to hammer a low shot from 25 yards into the net. Forest’s early lead was short-lived as Leicester responded just seven minutes later. Jamie Vardy connected with a well-timed cross from Harry Winks, calmly slotting the ball past Forest’s defense to level the score.
Forest dominated the second half, showing why they’re being touted as European hopefuls. Just two minutes after the break, Wood made his mark with a quick, skillful finish to put his side back in front. His second goal came shortly after, capitalizing on a Leicester defensive mix-up with a lofted header that secured Forest’s lead.
Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo praised his team’s grit and resilience, commending the fans for their unwavering support. “Seeing our fans celebrate like that is what we play for,” he said. “They deserve every bit of this moment.”
Leicester’s manager Steve Cooper admitted his side’s costly errors contributed to their defeat. “The mistakes we made hurt us,” he said. “It’s a tough loss, but we have to regroup and build on what we’ve been working toward.”
Wood’s brace brings his Premier League goal tally to seven, making him one of the league’s top scorers this season. With this victory, Forest now stands at 16 points, securing a strong position in the league standings.
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