Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City Match Highlights and Recap

Tactical discipline and raw talent were on full display as Nottingham Forest faced off against Manchester City at The City Ground (Nottingham, Nottinghamshire). The Premier League fixture, contested on February 18, 2023, showcased the tactical evolution of both squads.

From the opening whistle, it was clear that both managers had done their homework. The midfield battles were intense, and the decisive moments came down to execution in the final third. It was a game where tactical adjustments made all the difference.

League Context & Table Position

Heading into this match, Nottingham Forest were sitting in 17th place with 21 points. Their campaign has seen 6 wins and 3 draws, leaving them with a record of 12 losses.

Manchester City, sitting in 2nd with 42 points, approached the game with a different philosophy. With 13 wins to their name, they aimed to exploit the spaces left by the hosts.

Historical Matchup

In their last 7 Premier League meetings, the balance of power has been intriguing. Nottingham Forest have secured 1 wins.

However, Manchester City have proven to be tough opponents, winning 5 times. There have been 1 draws. Notably, both teams scored in 2 of these encounters, and over 2.5 goals were seen in 3 matches.

Recent Form Guide

Here is how both teams have fared in their recent matches before this encounter:

Full Match Replay

Catch all the tactical breakdowns and highlights from Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City clash right here. We provide in-depth post-match analysis to help you understand the game better.