It was a brilliant matchup all the way until the final 10 minutes, where Chris Wood scored a goal for Nottingham Forest FC.
Coming off a 2-1 loss against Arsenal FC, Nottingham Forest FC defeated Sheffield United FC 2-1 at The City Ground on 18 August, 2023.
In an entertaining match on 18th August 2023, Nottingham Forest FC took the win over Sheffield United FC 2-1 at The City Ground.
The first half belonged to Nottingham Forest FC with a goal from Taiwo Awoniyi in the third minute off an assist from Serge Aurier. However, there were also two yellow cards during the half, one each for Willy Boly and Serge Aurier for foul and dissent, respectively.
The second half heated up with a goal from Gustavo Hamer for Sheffield United FC in the 48th minute. Nottingham Forest FC would secure the win with a late goal from Chris Wood, assisted by Serge Aurier in the 89th minute. There were also two second half yellow cards for Gustavo Hamer and Ben Osborn for foul and time wasting, respectfully.
Next up, Nottingham Forest FC will face off against Manchester United FC on 26 August, 2023 at Old Trafford. Last time the two teams met, Manchester United FC defeated Nottingham Forest FC 2-0.
Next up, Sheffield United FC will face off against Manchester City FC at Bramall Lane.