Man city vs nottm forest
Manchester City vs Nottingham Forest: A Draw at the Etihad
“Still many games to play, for them [Arsenal] one less, and now it’s Newcastle,” said Pep Guardiola after Manchester City drew 2-2 with Nottingham Forest on March 4, 2026.
The match at the Etihad Stadium saw City take the lead twice, only to be pegged back by a resilient Nottingham Forest side. Antoine Semenyo opened the scoring for City, but Morgan Gibbs-White equalized with a spectacular back-heel goal.
Rodri quickly restored City’s lead, but Elliot Anderson’s late equalizer from 25 yards out ensured that Forest left with a point. This marked a significant moment for Nottingham Forest, as it was their first goal in their last four visits to the Etihad Stadium.
Despite dominating possession, Manchester City struggled with their finishing, a concern highlighted by Guardiola. “We create a lot against a team that is so defensive,” he noted, emphasizing the need for improvement.
On the other hand, Nottingham Forest’s manager Vitor Pereira praised his team’s performance, stating, “It was a tough game but we showed a lot of personality.” He added, “We waited for the right moments to hurt them,” reflecting on his team’s tactical approach.
The draw left Manchester City seven points adrift of Premier League leaders Arsenal, complicating their title aspirations as they prepare for their next match.
City has been prolific with 11 cutback goals this season, more than any other team in the league, but this match underscored the importance of converting chances.
Looking ahead, Nottingham Forest will have a brief recovery period before facing Newcastle in the FA Cup fifth round on March 7, 2026, with only 15 days remaining in the season.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any injuries or player conditions following the match, but both teams will be eager to build on their performances in their upcoming fixtures.
