Elliot Anderson drives Forest’s response

For Nottingham Forest, Elliot Anderson produced a standout all‑action display. The midfielder supplied 2 assists, completed 68 of 76 passes, made 9 ball recoveries and 3 tackles, and hit 4 accurate crosses from 5 attempts. He topped Forest’s chart with a 9.2 Sofascore Rating.

Captain Morgan Gibbs-White was a constant threat with 5 shots and a composed left‑footed finish for 3-2. Morato added the earlier equalizer with a firm header. Sels kept Forest in it with 5 saves, including 2 big ones.

By the numbers

– United’s attack clicked: 29 shots, 21 inside the box, 6 big chances and 4.19 xG. They also connected on 44% of crosses and dominated touches in the area 45-24.
– Forest edged possession 51% and duels 54%, but United’s final-third efficiency told.
– Mbeumo was a storyline on his own: 6 shots, 3 big chances missed, hit the woodwork, yet scored the vital third.
– In goal, Senne Lammens made 2 saves and 2 high claims for United, while Sels faced the heavier workload.

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