Nottingham Forest delivered a ruthless performance to crush Sunderland 5–0 in Premier League Round 34, wrapping up the contest before half-time with a devastating attacking display. From the opening whistle, Forest looked sharper, more aggressive, and far more clinical. The breakthrough came in the 17th minute in unfortunate fashion for Sunderland, as T. Hume turned the ball into his own net under pressure, handing the visitors an early lead and setting the tone for a difficult night.
Match Summary
| Match Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | Premier League – Round 34 |
| Match | Sunderland vs Nottingham Forest |
| Date | 25 April 2026 |
| Time | 02:00 |
| Half-Time | 0 – 4 |
| Full-Time | 0 – 5 |
Forest didn’t let up. By the 31st minute, C. Wood doubled the advantage with a composed finish, capitalizing on Sunderland’s defensive gaps. Just three minutes later, M. Gibbs-White made it 3–0, finishing off a slick attacking move that exposed Sunderland’s disorganized backline.
The pressure continued to mount, and in the 37th minute, Igor Jesus added a fourth goal, effectively ending the match as a contest before the break. Sunderland went into half-time trailing 4–0, with little sign of recovery.

The second half saw a more controlled approach from Nottingham Forest, who focused on maintaining possession and managing the game. Sunderland attempted to respond but struggled to create meaningful chances against a disciplined Forest defense.
Deep into stoppage time, E. Anderson added the final touch, scoring in the 90+5th minute to complete a comprehensive 5–0 victory.
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Goal Scorer
| Minute | Scorer | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 17′ | T. Hume | Sunderland |
| 31′ | C. Wood | Nottingham Forest |
| 34′ | M. Gibbs-White | Nottingham Forest |
| 37′ | Igor Jesus | Nottingham Forest |
| 90+5′ | E. Anderson | Nottingham Forest |
The result highlights Nottingham Forest’s attacking efficiency and tactical dominance, while Sunderland will be left to reflect on a defensive performance that unraveled under sustained pressure. With this emphatic win, Forest strengthen their position as the season approaches its conclusion, while Sunderland face serious questions heading into the final rounds.
Source: ESPN


