Nottingham Forest 0-1 Sunderland: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Nottingham Forest 0-1 Sunderland in the Premier League on Saturday, 27 September 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Well, that was a tough one for Forest, wasn't it? They had all the possession in the world but couldn't find the back of the net, losing 0-1 at home to Sunderland. The key moment came in the 38th minute when Omar Alderete scored for the visitors, and that was all she wrote. Forest's recent form hasn't been great, with a draw against Burnley and a thrashing by Arsenal, so this loss doesn't come as a massive shock. Still, you'd think with 65% possession they'd have managed something, but it just wasn't their day.

Sunderland, on the other hand, will be buzzing after this result. They've now won two of their last four, with the other two being draws, showing they're a tough nut to crack. This win at the City Ground will give them a real boost, especially after holding their own with just 35% of the ball. It's a testament to their defensive solidity and clinical finishing that they managed to nick all three points away from home.

Looking at the stats, it's clear Forest dominated possession with 65% to Sunderland's 35%, but football's not played on paper, is it? They had more corners too, with 7 to Sunderland's 4, yet couldn't convert any of them into goals. The yellow card count was higher for Forest at 4 compared to Sunderland's 2, showing perhaps a bit of frustration creeping in. Despite all their possession and chances, it's the one goal from Sunderland that made all the difference.

The successful dribbles percentage was nearly identical, with Forest at 56% and Sunderland at 55%, showing both teams were fairly even in their ability to beat defenders. But it's the clinical nature of Sunderland's attack that stands out, with that one assist leading to the decisive goal. Forest will be scratching their heads at how they managed to lose despite all their statistical advantages.

The game's turning point came in the 38th minute when Omar Alderete found the net for Sunderland, a moment that ultimately decided the match. It was a well-taken goal, and despite Forest's efforts, they couldn't find a way back into the game. The early yellow cards for Nicolás Domínguez and Nikola Milenković in the 36th and 38th minutes respectively might have disrupted Forest's rhythm a bit.

Forest made several substitutions in an attempt to change the game's course, with Morgan Gibbs-White coming on at halftime, followed by Callum Hudson-Odoi and Igor Jesus in the 60th minute. Despite these changes, they couldn't break down Sunderland's defense. The late yellow card for Elliott Anderson in the 82nd minute summed up a frustrating day for Forest, who just couldn't find the breakthrough they needed.

Forest lined up in a 4-2-3-1, with Matz Sels in goal and a back four of Neco Williams, Nikola Milenković, Morato, and Oleksandr Zinchenko. The midfield was anchored by Nicolás Domínguez and Elliot Anderson, with Dilane Bakwa, James McAtee, and Dan Ndoye supporting Chris Wood up top. The lineup was fairly standard, but the early yellow cards for Domínguez and Milenković might have thrown a spanner in the works.

The substitutions made by Forest were an attempt to inject some life into their attack, with Morgan Gibbs-White, Callum Hudson-Odoi, Igor Jesus, Omari Giraud-Hutchinson, and Arnaud Kalimuendo all coming on at different points. Despite these changes, the team struggled to create clear-cut chances, and the frustration was evident with the yellow card for Neco Williams shortly after halftime.

Sunderland went with a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Robin Roefs between the sticks and a backline of Trai Hume, Nordi Mukiele, Omar Alderete, and Arthur Masuaku. The midfield duo of Granit Xhaka and Noah Sadiki provided a solid base, with Chemsdine Talbi, Chris Rigg, and Enzo Le Fée supporting Wilson Isidor up front. The lineup was well-balanced, and it paid off with Alderete's crucial goal.

The substitutions made by Sunderland were strategic, with Lutsharel Geertruida and Bertrand Traoré coming on in the 59th minute to help maintain their lead. Later, Daniel Ballard, Brian Brobbey, and Simon Adingra were brought on to see out the game. The early yellow cards for Noah Sadiki and Arthur Masuaku didn't seem to affect their performance, as they held firm and secured the win.

Omar Alderete is Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match, and it's easy to see why. His goal in the 38th minute was the difference-maker, securing all three points for Sunderland. Despite not having any assists or key passes, his defensive work was solid, and that one moment of brilliance in front of goal was enough to earn him this accolade.

Recent Premier League matches:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Sunderland (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Burnley (A)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Arsenal (A)

Recent Premier League matches:

• Win: 1-0 vs Nottingham Forest (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Aston Villa (H)

• Draw: 0-0 vs Crystal Palace (A)

• Win: 2-1 vs Brentford (H)

Sitting in 16th place with 5 points, Forest will need to regroup quickly before their next match against FC Midtjylland on October 02, 2025 in the Europa League. This loss at home will sting, and they'll need to find a way to be more clinical in front of goal.

With this win, Sunderland have moved up to 4th place with 11 points, and they'll be full of confidence heading into their next game against Manchester United on October 04, 2025 at 14:00. This result shows they can grind out wins even when not at their best, and they'll look to continue this form against a mid-table United side.

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