Manchester City and Nottingham Forest Share Points
“Still many games to play, for them [Arsenal] one less, and now it’s Newcastle,” said Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola following the club’s 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest at the Etihad Stadium on March 4, 2026.
The match saw City fall seven points adrift of Premier League leaders Arsenal, complicating their title defense. Antoine Semenyo opened the scoring for City, marking his first goal since joining the team.
Nottingham Forest responded with a stunning equalizer from Morgan Gibbs-White, who executed a brilliant back-heel finish. This goal was particularly significant as it marked Forest’s first goals at the Etihad Stadium since their promotion in 2022.
Rodri quickly restored Manchester City’s lead shortly after Gibbs-White’s equalizer, but Nottingham Forest was not done yet. Elliot Anderson leveled the match again with a remarkable strike from 25 yards out, showcasing the visitors’ resilience.
Vitor Pereira, the Nottingham Forest manager, praised his team’s performance, stating, “It was a tough game but we showed a lot of personality.” He added, “We waited for the right moments to hurt them,” highlighting the tactical approach that earned his team a valuable point.
Despite the draw, Manchester City remains a formidable force, having scored 11 cutback goals in the Premier League this season, more than any other team. However, the result leaves them with a game in hand over Arsenal, providing a glimmer of hope in the title race.
Looking ahead, Manchester City will face Newcastle in the FA Cup fifth round on March 7, 2026. This match will be crucial as they aim to regain momentum in both domestic and cup competitions.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential injuries or player changes ahead of the upcoming match.
