The Premier League delivered another weekend of drama, with Nottingham Forest shocking Manchester City, Liverpool reinforcing their title credentials, and Everton battling Wolves to a hard-fought draw.
Nottingham Forest 1-0 Manchester City
Nottingham Forest produced a sensational upset at the City Ground, securing a 1-0 victory over Manchester City in a high-stakes encounter. The win propelled Forest into the top four, keeping their Champions League dream alive.
Despite City dominating possession, Pep Guardiola’s side struggled to break down a disciplined Forest defense. The breakthrough came in the 83rd minute when Callum Hudson-Odoi, set up by Morgan Gibbs-White, fired a powerful shot past Ederson to send the home crowd into ecstatic celebrations.
Forest’s remarkable turnaround under Nuno Espírito Santo has been one of the season’s biggest stories. Once fighting relegation, they are now serious contenders for European football. The win over defending champions Manchester City solidifies their growing reputation as a team capable of taking on the league’s best.
Liverpool 3-1 Southampton
At Anfield, Liverpool showcased their title-winning mentality by overcoming a first-half scare to defeat Southampton 3-1. With the Premier League title within reach, Arne Slot’s men delivered a second-half masterclass to maintain their dominance at the top of the table.
Southampton shocked the home crowd just before halftime, capitalizing on a defensive mix-up between Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker, allowing Will Smallbone to open the scoring. But Liverpool emerged from the break with renewed intensity. Darwin Núñez equalized in the 51st minute with a clinical finish. Moments later, Núñez won a penalty, which Mohamed Salah converted to turn the game around. Salah sealed the victory in the 87th minute with another penalty, ensuring Liverpool stayed firmly in control of the title race.
With only a few matches remaining, Liverpool are on the verge of winning their first Premier League title since 2020, demonstrating unwavering consistency and resilience.
Wolves 1-1 Everton
Elsewhere, Everton and Wolves played out a 1-1 draw at Molineux Stadium. Jack Harrison struck for Everton, but Marshall Munetsi equalized for Wolves, ensuring both teams earned a point. Everton remain unbeaten in eight matches, steadily moving towards Premier League safety. Wolves continue to fight for survival, showing grit and determination in their battle to stay in the top flight.
The Premier League latest results delivered shocks, comebacks, and crucial points in the title race and top-four battle. Nottingham Forest’s incredible win over City, Liverpool’s determination to lift the trophy, and Everton’s resilience highlight another thrilling weekend of English football.
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