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Murillo being in poor Nottingham Forest form is a myth – and the stats prove it

Football in 2026 loves a narrative with Nottingham Forest supporters no different when it comes to creating them. With the Reds winning just one of…

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Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 7:00 PM

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The article argues claims that Nottingham Forest center-back Murillo is in poor form are completely false.
Murillo ranks fourth in the Premier League in duel grade this season according to Gradient Sports data.
The Brazilian defender recorded nine clearances against Leeds and eight each against Liverpool and Crystal Palace.

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The article argues that criticism directed at Nottingham Forest defender Murillo is unjustified, dismissing claims that the Brazilian center-back is out of form. Despite Forest winning only one of their opening eight Premier League matches in the 2026/27 season, the piece maintains that statistical evidence demonstrates Murillo is still performing at an elite standard.

According to data from Gradient Sports, Murillo ranks fourth in the Premier League for duel grade with a score of 79.9. The analysis highlights his high volume of clearances against clubs like Leeds, Liverpool, and Crystal Palace, while emphasizing his pass completion rate between 84% and 92% under manager Oliver Glasner.

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