Even when Forest faced Liverpool in their previous game, there was a belief Forest could win, and there was a sense of disappointment in the dressing room and among the hierarchy when they were held to a draw by Arne Slot’s side.

An intriguing report out of Spain says that Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest have show interest in Olympic gold medal winner Alex Baena of Villarreal, and that the Magpies have activated the player's release clause.

Southampton's fighting finish was admirable. It followed a promising performance in defeat by Manchester United on Thursday, meaning those looking for positives will see a side still battling despite a bleak situation.

In the end, Nottingham Forest's first-half performance was enough to continue their superb form. A seventh win in eight games keeps them on course for European football next season at the very least.

The Brazilian defender is set to put pen to paper on a new deal to 2029, says BBC Sport. Murillo, 22, originally joined Forest from Corinthians in August 2023, penning a contract to 2028. Forest currently sit second on the Premier League table.

Nottingham Forest continue their storybook run near the top of the Premier League table this season as they take a 2-0 lead over visiting Southampton. This browser is not supported, please use a different one or install the app Forest have a chance to climb level on points with Arsenal after the Gunners stuttered against Aston Villa yesterday,

Unheralded on signing a year ago, Sels has been superb this season. So how has he turned Forest's biggest question mark into a strength?

Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina has previously played under Ivan Juric at Torino. Being familiar with the Croatian's playstyle, Aina could prove decisive against Southampton.

Follow live coverage as Nottingham Forest face Southampton today in the Premier League. Another top-flight season will be covered in full right here with The Independent, as reigning champions Manchester City look to make it an unprecedented five titles in a row come the end of 2024/25.

Justin Kluivert, who is seventh in the Premier League with 10 goals, and Chris Wood, fourth with 14 goals, go head-to-head when AFC Bournemouth hosts Nottingham Forest on January 25, 2025 at Dean

The Tricky Trees' unlikely title challenge continues against the struggling Saints.

Liverpool's lead at the top of the Premier League table has been reduced to just four points after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Nottingham Forest, while Arse