Brighton and Nottingham Forest extended their unbeaten run in the 2024/25 Premier League season to 5 matches, as they played out a thrilling draw at the Amex Stadium.
It was a proper slugfest at the American Express Stadium, as Brighton and Nottingham Forest fought squarely in search of the 3 points.
Who Netted The First Goal Of The Game?
Chris Wood put the visitors ahead from the spot in the 13th minute, with the New Zealand international sending Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen the wrong way.
The penalty to Nottingham Forest came after Cameroonian midfielder Carlos Baleba was deemed to have impeded ex-Chelsea attacker Callum Hudson-odor.
Referee Robert Jones took some time to ponder about the incident, before pointing to the spot.
Jack Hinshelwood equalized for Robert Hürzeler’s side 3 minutes before the expiration of the game, with a lovely header following an inviting cross sent into the box by Jan Paul van Hacke.
The two teams went neck and neck at each other all through the affair, delivering to neutrals a delightful game.
Danny Welbeck Scores Maiden Free-kick Goal Of His Career
Shockingly, Danny Welbeck turned the game on its head in the 45th minute with a wonderful free-kick, directing the ball into the right bottom corner with Forest goalie Sels left flat-footed.
The free-kick goal was the first of his career and that has taken Welbeck’s Premier League goal tally to 70 goals in 338 appearances.
Welbeck made his debut in the Premier League in 2008 and at the age of 33, the Englishman is still accentuating his brilliance in the division.
Moreover, Ramon Sosa brought Nottingham Forest back on level terms with a cool finish after receiving a well-delivered pass from Jota Silva in the 70th minute.
Morgan Gibbs-White’s Dismissal Results In Brighton Boss Fabian Hürzeler And Nottingham Forest Gaffer Nuno Espirito Santo Handed Their Marching Orders
The combative encounter became inflammable late on after Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White was dismissed for a poor challenge on Joao Pedro.
Gibbs-White had initially been shown a yellow card for hauling down Brighton’s Georginio Rutter in the 60th minute.
After he was given his marching orders by referee Robert Jones, Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo remonstrated against the decision and his reaction led to him being sent off as well.
Surprisingly, Fabian Hürzeler, who is currently the youngest manager in the Premier League, was also shown a red card for his troubles as tempers boiled over late on in the breathtaking clash.
The entertaining showdown ended in a stalemate with Brighton and Nottingham Forest maintaining their unbeaten status in the 2024/25 Premier League season.
Brighton And Nottingham Forest Next Match?
The Seagulls trade tackles with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in a matchday 6 Premier League action, while Nuno Espirito Santo’s side square up against Fulham at the City Ground, with both matches slated for Saturday, September 28, 2024.
Brighton And Nottingham Forest Position On The Premier League Table
Brighton occupy the 7th spot on the Premier League table, with 9 points from 5 matches, while Nottingham Forest sit 8th on the log, having also amassed 9 points from 5 matches. Both sides have won 2 matches, drawn 3, and lost none this campaign.
It will be fascinating to see how the two teams fare in the 2024/25 season and which side will lose their unbeaten status first.
