Manchester City were forced to settle for a 2–2 draw against Nottingham Forest in an entertaining Round 29 clash of the Premier League on March 5, 2026. Despite taking the lead twice, City were unable to hold off a determined Forest side that fought back to earn a valuable point.
Manchester City vs Nottingham Forest Match Highlights
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Premier League – Round 29 |
| Match | Manchester City vs Nottingham Forest |
| Date | 5 March 2026 |
| Kick-off | 02:30 |
| Half-Time Score | 1 – 0 |
| Full-Time Score | 2 – 2 |
City Take First-Half Lead
The home side started confidently and controlled possession for much of the first half. Their pressure paid off in the 31st minute when Antoine Semenyo found the net to give Manchester City the lead. The goal rewarded City’s attacking play and sent them into halftime with a 1–0 advantage.
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Forest Fight Back
Nottingham Forest came out stronger after the break and quickly found an equalizer. In the 56th minute, Morgan Gibbs-White finished a well-worked move to level the score and bring the visitors back into the match.
City responded almost immediately. Just six minutes later, midfield anchor Rodri restored the home side’s lead with a powerful strike in the 62nd minute, putting Manchester City back in front.
Manchester City vs Nottingham Forest Match Score
| Minute | Team | Scorer |
|---|---|---|
| 31′ | Manchester City | A. Semenyo |
| 56′ | Nottingham Forest | M. Gibbs-White |
| 62′ | Manchester City | Rodri |
| 76′ | Nottingham Forest | E. Anderson |
Anderson Secures a Point
However, Nottingham Forest refused to give up. Their persistence paid off in the 76th minute when Elliot Anderson scored the equalizing goal, ensuring the visitors left with a hard-earned point.
Points Shared
Despite creating several late chances, Manchester City were unable to find a winning goal as Nottingham Forest’s defense held firm until the final whistle. The draw leaves City frustrated, while Forest will be pleased with their resilience against one of the league’s strongest teams.
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