Nottingham Forest played a 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace in Premier League on Monday, a result that hurt their chances of qualifying for next season’s Champions League.
Champions League Dreams Fading
Forest has been in the Premier League’s top three for most of the year, but a poor recent run with just one win in four games has pushed them down to sixth place. The top five teams qualify for the Champions League.
Nottingham Forest Missed Opportunity Against Palace
A win at Selhurst Park could have put Nottingham Forest level with Chelsea and Newcastle in the standings. Instead, they remain stuck in sixth place with just three games left to play.
Match Summary: Penalty and Quick Response
Crystal Palace took the lead after an hour through a penalty from Eberechi Eze. The spot-kick was awarded after a VAR review showed Forest keeper Matz Sels fouled Tyrick Mitchell.
Forest equalized just four minutes later, when Murillo deflected Neco Williams’ shot past the Palace keeper.
Late Drama and Frustration
The match ended with plenty of action. Eze hit the post late in the game, and Eddie Nketiah had a goal disallowed for offside in stoppage time. Palace remains winless in their last five league matches.
What the Coaches Said
Crystal Palace coach Oliver Glasner said, “We were unlucky in a few situations, hitting the post, the offside call, but they fought. I’m really pleased with the performance today.”
Nottingham Forest must now win their remaining matches and hope other results go their way to keep their European dreams alive.
