Nottingham Forest picked up yet another impressive win in the Premier League, as Manchester United came away empty handed from the City Ground.
Nuno Espirito Santo got his tactics spot on once again against Manchester United, which is a statement that we’ve heard many times now this season.
The Champions League dream is very much alive for Nottingham Forest as they now find themselves eight points ahead of Chelsea, with the Blues playing midweek.
Anthony Elanga‘s first-half solo goal sealed all three points for Forest against his old club, with his pace and power there for all to see.
One player who got the nod from the start was Taiwo Awoniyi, who filled in for the injured Chris Wood after picking up a knock on international duty for New Zealand.
And it’s certainly clear what supporters made of the striker’s display against the Red Devils.Nottingham Forest fans make feelings clear on Taiwo Awoniyi
Taiwo Awoniyi has cut a frustrated figure at times this season, as Chris Wood has very much cemented his place as the first choice number nine.
Interestingly, there have been rumours that Forest are looking at Tammy Abraham, as well as claims that Yuri Alberto will come back onto the radar of Evangelos Marinakis.
However, it’s clear to see what the Forest fans make of the striker, as Andy Reid was stationed at the City Ground and spotted something very telling.
Speaking on BBC’s live blog, he stated.
“Taiwo Awoniyi works tirelessly. You can see how much he is appreciated by these Forest fans.”
A clear message to Nuno Espirito Santo and Nottingham Forest that the Nigerian international is very much still a favourite at the City Ground, despite starting in just three of his 22 Premier League displays.
Taiwo Awoniyi’s performance in numbers against Manchester United
Taiwo Awoniyi played 86 minutes against the Red Devils, blocking one shot, completing one dribble, having 29 touches, a passing accuracy of 73%, winning seven duels and losing possession 10 times, as well as making two tackles and one clearance (SofaScore).
The striker held the ball up well at times and stretched Manchester United’s defence, but just couldn’t have much of an impact in the final third.
Nottingham Forest fans were impressed with Taiwo Awoniyi’s display against Brighton and it’s clear he earned their respect against Ruben Amorim’s side, so any rumours can be put to bed for now.
