Anthony Elanga brilliant solo goal in the fifth minute secured Nottingham Forest 1-0 win over Manchester United, completing their first league double over United since 1991-92. Elanga sprinted 85 meters in nine seconds to score against his former club. Forest, now third with 10 points clear of sixth-placed Newcastle, continue their unexpected Champions League push.
After being the difference-maker, Anthony Elanga haunted his former club Manchester United, scoring the only goal in Nottingham Forest’s 1-0 victory. Elanga’s stunning solo run covered 85 meters in just nine seconds before slotting the ball past United’s defense in the fifth minute. This win keeps Forest’s unexpected push for Champions League qualification alive, as they sit third, 10 points clear of sixth-placed Newcastle.
The match was defined by Forest’s defensive resilience. In stoppage time, Harry Maguire’s close-range effort was heroically cleared off the line by Murillo, sealing Forest’s first league double over United since 1991-92. Ryan Yates, credited with the assist for Elanga’s goal, also made a crucial block against Alejandro Garnacho.
United, struggling under manager Ruben Amorim, failed to build momentum despite bringing on Rasmus Højlund and Christian Eriksen in the second half. Diogo Dalot hit the woodwork, but Forest’s defensive discipline ensured United remained goalless.
This victory adds to Forest’s recent FA Cup semi-final qualification, marking one of their most successful seasons in decades. With two key wins in four days, coach Nuno Espírito Santo praised his squad’s heart and belief as they continue their unlikely chase for European football.
