Manchester City Secure Late Win Over Nottingham Forest at City Ground
Manchester City won 2-1 against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground on December 27, 2025, extending their winning run to eight matches in all competitions, including six consecutive Premier League victories.
The match saw Tijjani Reijnders open the scoring for City with a low finish following a slick move in the second half. Nottingham Forest equalised through Omari Hutchinson, who scored from a cross delivered by Igor Jesús after initial tussles with City defenders.
The winner came late in the game, when Rayan Cherki scored a low finish. The goal was crafted from a pass by Reijnders, who threaded the ball through Morgan Gibbs-White's legs into the bottom corner.
The game was marked by cautions for City's Dias and Gvardiol. Prior to the match, Forest paid tribute to club legend John Robertson, who died at 72. Tributes included players wearing armbands, floral tributes, a montage, and the Bridgford Stand was renamed with banners in his honor.
Manager Pep Guardiola, returning from the winter break, warned his team against Christmas overindulgence and joked that only the manager is overweight. Goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma celebrated the late winner alongside City’s staff, reflecting the team’s focused mindset as they continue their strong Premier League campaign.
