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Five Things Learned: Nottingham Forest 3-1 Manchester City (Premier League)

City slumped to a third straight Premier League loss with defeat away at Nottingham Forest to fall six points behind reigning champions and leaders Arsenal.Enzo Maresca's side headed into Saturday eve…

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 8:30 PM
Five Things Learned: Nottingham Forest 3-1 Manchester City (Premier League)
Key Things to Know
  • Nottingham Forest defeated Manchester City 3-1 at the City Ground in the Premier League.
  • Liam Delap scored a brace against his former club, alongside an opening goal by Jair Cunha.
  • Rayan Cherki scored the lone goal for Manchester City early in the second half.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Nottingham Forest secured an impressive 3-1 Premier League victory over Manchester City at the City Ground. Jair Cunha opened the scoring in the sixth minute before former Manchester City striker Liam Delap struck twice, scoring in the 18th and 73rd minutes. Rayan Cherki scored City's solitary goal in the 52nd minute.

The defeat marks a third consecutive Premier League loss for Enzo Maresca's side, leaving them six points behind league leaders Arsenal. Following the match, Maresca criticized his players' lack of desire and intensity in duels, while Forest celebrated their first home league win of the campaign under manager Oliver Glasner.

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