In a pivotal Premier League clash on 18 May 2025, Nottingham Forest reignited their Champions League aspirations with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over West Ham United at the London Stadium. This win propelled Forest to seventh place with 65 points, just one point behind fifth-placed Chelsea, setting up a decisive final-day encounter between the two sides.
The match commenced with Forest capitalizing on an early error by West Ham goalkeeper Alphonse Areola. In the 11th minute, Areola’s misplaced pass was intercepted by Morgan Gibbs-White, who calmly slotted the ball into the net, giving Nottingham Forest a 1–0 lead.
Forest doubled their advantage in the second half when Nikola Milenkovic redirected an Anthony Elanga free-kick into the goal. However, the celebration was delayed due to a lengthy VAR review, which eventually confirmed the goal.
West Ham responded in the 86th minute with a stunning volley from Jarrod Bowen, narrowing the deficit to 2–1. The goal intensified the atmosphere, leading to a tense finale that extended the match to 117 minutes due to VAR delays and stoppages.
Despite West Ham’s late surge, Forest’s defense, bolstered by crucial saves from goalkeeper Matz Sels, held firm to secure the victory. This result ensures that Forest’s quest for a Champions League spot will be determined in their upcoming match against Chelsea.
West Ham, on the other hand, continued their disappointing run, lacking motivation and form as the season nears its conclusion.
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Watch West Ham United vsNottingham Forest full match replay and Highlights
At Sunday, May 18, 2025. The match played at London Stadium.
The game is in England, Premier League.
