Nottingham Forest hedged against Southampton on Saturday with a 1-0 victory after the club’s captain, Morgan Gibbs-White, scored the only goal 20 minutes before the end that gave Forest the win.
The win marks a significant push for Forest despite just playing its second game of the season, as both teams are expected to fight against relegation.
Russell Martin’s Southampton did well to create several good opportunities that could lead to goals throughout the match, showcasing their power to tear the defense of their opponent.
Nuno Espirito Santo’s Nottingham Forest did not also relent as it continued to create a threat on the counterattack, using their speed and precision to unsettle Southampton’s defense.
Forest missed key opportunities that could have allowed them to take control of the game despite these efforts, leaving both teams to rue missed chances.
Forest have secured four points with this win from their first two games of the season, with a draw in their opener and a win in their second game.
Southampton is yet to secure a point after two matches since getting back to the Premier League.