Nottingham Forest 0-3 West Ham United: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Nottingham Forest 0-3 West Ham United in the Premier League on Sunday, 31 August 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Well, that was a bit of a shocker at the City Ground, wasn't it? Nottingham Forest, coming off a solid win against Brentford and a draw with Crystal Palace, were expected to put up a fight. But West Ham United had other plans, cruising to a 3-0 victory that left the home fans stunned. The result certainly wasn't on the cards, especially with Forest's recent form. It was a day to forget for the home side, as they failed to extend their unbeaten run and now need to regroup quickly.

West Ham, on the other hand, will be buzzing after this performance. After a couple of tough losses to Chelsea and Sunderland, they needed this win badly. Jarrod Bowen's late goal and Callum Wilson's injury-time strike sealed the deal, showing that the Hammers can dig deep when it counts. This result has given them a much-needed boost, and they'll be looking to build on this momentum in their upcoming fixtures.

Looking at the stats, you'd think Nottingham Forest had the upper hand with 58% possession and nine corners to West Ham's seven. But football isn't just about possession, is it? West Ham made the most of their opportunities, scoring three goals, including a penalty and an injury-time goal. The stats might suggest a closer game, but West Ham's clinical finishing made all the difference.

It's also interesting to note that both teams had similar successful dribble percentages, with West Ham edging it at 42% to Forest's 40%. Despite having less of the ball, West Ham managed to create more dangerous chances, which ultimately led to their convincing victory. The stats tell a story of a game where possession didn't translate into goals for Forest, while West Ham capitalised on their moments.

The game's turning point came late in the match when Jarrod Bowen found the back of the net in the 84th minute. It was a moment of brilliance from Bowen, who broke the deadlock and put West Ham in the driver's seat. Just minutes later, Lucas Paquetá stepped up to the spot and calmly converted a penalty, extending the lead to 2-0.

The final nail in the coffin came in injury time when Callum Wilson, who had come on as a substitute, scored to make it 3-0. This goal not only sealed the victory for West Ham but also highlighted their ability to make impactful substitutions. For Nottingham Forest, despite making four substitutions throughout the match, they couldn't find a way back into the game.

Nottingham Forest lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Matz Sels in goal and a back four of Ola Aina, Nikola Milenković, Murillo, and Neco Williams. The midfield was anchored by Ibrahim Sangaré and Elliot Anderson, with Dan Ndoye, Morgan Gibbs-White, and Callum Hudson-Odoi supporting Chris Wood up top. No real surprises in the lineup, but the substitutions made by Steve Cooper didn't have the desired impact.

James McAtee, Igor Jesus Maciel da Cruz, Omari Giraud-Hutchinson, and Arnaud Kalimuendo Muinga all came on, but none could turn the tide. It was a day where the starting lineup struggled to create chances, and the substitutes couldn't change the narrative. Forest will need to look at their bench options and how they can better influence games from the sidelines.

West Ham United also opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Mads Hermansen between the sticks and a backline of Kyle Walker-Peters, Konstantinos Mavropanos, Maximilian Kilman, and El Hadji Malick Diouf. The midfield duo of Tomas Soucek and James Ward-Prowse provided a solid base, while Jarrod Bowen, Lucas Paquetá, and Mateus Fernandes supported Niclas Füllkrug up front.

The impact of the substitutions was crucial for West Ham. Callum Wilson, Andrew Irving, and Crysencio Summerville all came on and made a difference, with Wilson scoring the final goal. Jarrod Bowen's performance was outstanding, and his goal was the catalyst for the victory. The lineup and substitutions worked perfectly for David Moyes, showing the depth and quality in the squad.

Jarrod Bowen is Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match, and it's easy to see why. His goal in the 84th minute was the turning point of the game, breaking the deadlock and setting West Ham on their way to victory. Bowen also created one big chance and made two key passes, showing his all-around contribution to the team's success. A well-deserved accolade for a player who stepped up when it mattered most.

Recent Premier League Matches:

• Loss: 0-3 vs West Ham United (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Crystal Palace (A)

• Win: 3-1 vs Brentford (H)

Recent Premier League Matches:

• Win: 3-0 vs Nottingham Forest (A)

• Loss: 1-5 vs Chelsea (H)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Sunderland (A)

Sitting in 10th place with 4 points, Nottingham Forest will need to bounce back quickly as they face a tough test against Arsenal, who are in 3rd with 6 points, on September 13, 2025 at 11:30. This result might force them to be more cautious in their approach, focusing on defensive solidity against a strong Arsenal side.

With this win, West Ham move up to 16th place with 3 points. They'll take on Tottenham Hotspur, who are in 4th with 6.0 points, on September 13, 2025 at 16:30. This result should give them confidence, and they might look to play with more attacking intent against Spurs, hoping to build on their recent success.

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