Manchester City continues to have a great run in the Premier League.
This Saturday (27), away from home, the team led by defeated Nottingham Forest 2-1, in a game valid for the 18th round of the competition.
The Citizens achieved their sixth consecutive victory in the English Championship.
Wrapping up 2025 with a big three points! 🤩
🌳 1-2 🩶
— Manchester City (@ManCity)
In the first half, he had more possession of the ball, but found it difficult to break through Nottingham Forest’s defense, which had the Brazilian Murillo, as well as goalkeeper John in goal.
The home team tried to bother with shots for Igor Jesus, ex-Botafogo, who ended up getting stuck in the Citizens’ marking.
The two teams did not create many opportunities in the initial stage and the game went to halftime without goals.
City win busy second half
Unlike the first half, the final stage was much more hectic.
The scoring was opened after just four minutes, with Dutchman Tiijani Reijnders, who received a pass from Cherki and finished past goalkeeper John, leaving Manchester City with the advantage.
Soon after, at nine, Forest managed to equalize with Omari Hutchinson, who completed an assist after a good collective play.
But in the 38th minute, after a corner, Rayan Cherki hit a beautiful shot to guarantee another victory for the Citizens in the Premier League.
Interim leadership
With the result, with 40 points, surpassing Arsenal who have 39.
Nottingham Forest remains in 17th place with 18 points, fighting against relegation.
