Nottingham Forest vs Man Utd LIVE: Premier League result and reaction as Morgan Gibbs-White secures points
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Nottingham Forest will be hoping to build on their 3-1 victory over Newcastle on Boxing Day when they host Manchester United at the City Ground in Saturday’s late kick off.
Forest won their first match under new boss Nuno Espirito Santo when Chris Wood bagged a hat-trick against the Magpies and the Portuguese will want to continue to develop the side with a positive result today.
Manchester United, meanwhile, can move closer to the top four if they are victorious. Erik ten Hag’s men fought back from two goals down to defeat Aston Villa 3-2 last time out. Alejandro Garnacho continued to show why he’s a rising star with two goals and Rasmus Hojlund scored his first ever goal in the English top flight.
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Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United
Substitution Nicolás Martín Domínguez Callum James Hudson-Odoi
Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United
A nervy moment for Turner, who slices his attempted clearance high into the air. Rashford is desperately looking to pounce, but Niakhate brilliantly shields him away from the ball and enables the goalkeeper to gather. That is a let-off for the hosts.
Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United
World Cup winner Montiel, who provided the assist for Dominguez's goal, makes his way to the touchline to be replaced by Williams.
Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United
Garnacho looks to threaten with a purposeful run down the left flank. But the winger is abruptly stopped in his tracks by a firm block tackle from Niakhate.
Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United
After Forest appear to have cleared their lines, Varane sends a high first-time ball back into the box. But Turner commands his area well and brilliantly gathers from the air under pressure from Rashford.
Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United
United look to respond and a deep corner is met by Garnacho. The winger's volley goes into the ground and loops towards the goal, but goes the wrong side of the crossbar.
Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United
Having scored just once in their last four league meetings with United on home soil, Forest have broken through at the City Ground. Can they hold onto their lead as we enter the final quarter of the game?
Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United
United's concerns appear to be over for now as Rashford makes his way to the touchline before eventually returning to the action.
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