Background
Manchester United were forced to settle for a 2–2 draw at the City Ground after a spirited Nottingham Forest comeback, but it was Amad Diallo’s 81st-minute wonder strike that ensured the Red Devils didn’t leave empty-handed. The result ended United’s three-game winning streak but extended their unbeaten run under manager Ruben Amorim, who marked his one-year anniversary in charge.
The Match
In a match filled with controversy, momentum swings, and late drama, Manchester United and Nottingham Forest played out a thrilling 2–2 draw. United looked poised for a fourth straight win after Casemiro’s first-half header, but Forest roared back with two quick goals early in the second half. Just when it seemed the hosts would pull off a famous upset, Amad Diallo stepped up with a moment of brilliance to level the score and keep United’s top-four hopes alive Goal Sportstar.
Match Highlights
34' – Casemiro Goal: The Brazilian midfielder headed home from a Bruno Fernandes corner, though Forest protested the decision to award the set piece Goal.
48' – Gibbs-White Equalizer: Morgan Gibbs-White nodded in a cross from Ryan Yates to bring Forest level EPL Index.
50' – Savona Puts Forest Ahead: Nicolo Savona capitalized on a defensive scramble to give Forest a 2–1 lead EPL Index.
81' – Amad Diallo’s Stunner: The Ivorian winger unleashed a left-footed volley from the edge of the box to make it 2–2, his first goal of the season and a contender for goal of the month Goal Sportstar Nigerian Bulletin.
90+4' – Late Drama: Diallo nearly won it in stoppage time, but his shot was cleared off the line by Forest defender Murillo Goal.
What It Means
Manchester United: The draw moves United into 5th place, just above rivals Manchester City, who have a game in hand.
Nottingham Forest: Forest remain in the relegation zone (18th), but the performance showed renewed fight under manager Sean Dyche.
Amad Diallo: The 21-year-old’s performance was a bright spot, with his creativity and composure earning widespread praise.
