Everton Stun Nottingham Forest with Late Winner
Abdoulaye Doucoure scored a late winner for Everton in their 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at the City Ground, denting Forest’s Champions League qualification hopes. The goal was scored in the 90+4′ minute, thanks to a rare mistake from Forest’s Murillo, which led to a 3v1 counter-attack. Dwight McNeil passed the ball to Doucoure, who calmly lifted it over Matz Sels to secure the win for Everton.¹
Match Highlights
- Everton dominated possession (58% to 42%) and had more shots on target (5-5).
- Forest’s Chris Wood returned to the line-up after missing three games through injury but failed to make a significant impact.
- Everton’s Jordan Pickford made crucial saves to deny Forest’s chances.
- Doucoure’s goal was his first in six games, ending Everton’s six-match winless run.²
Impact on the Premier League Standings
- Nottingham Forest remain third with 57 points from 32 games, four points clear of Chelsea in sixth position.
- Everton leapfrogged Tottenham Hotspur into 14th place with 35 points from 31 matches, 18 points clear of the relegation zone.
- Manchester City are now just two points behind Forest in third place after their 5-2 win against Crystal Palace.
Premier League MatchDay 32 Results
Manchester City 5 vs 2 Crystal Palace
Southampton 0 vs 3 Aston Villa
Brighton 2 vs 2 Leicester City
What’s Next?
- Forest face Tottenham Hotspur next, a crucial match for their Champions League qualification hopes.
- Everton host Manchester City next Saturday, a tough test for both teams.
