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After coming from behind to overcome Nottingham Forest 2-1, Newcastle United kept up its push for a top-four finish. This was Nottingham Forest's first loss at City Ground in 10 Premier League (PL) games.

Nottingham vs Newcastle Highlights

Early on, Newcastle controlled the ball, trapping the Forest players deep inside their own half. The Magpies had numerous opportunities, with the first going to Joe Willock following some clever build-up work from Jacob Murphy. Willock skied an effort from only a few yards out. Alexander Isak was expertly picked out from a set-piece by Kieran Trippier, the man who has created the most opportunities in the Premier League this season. The Swedish striker's effort bounced off three Forest players before hitting the crossbar.

Nottingham vs Newcastle Highlights

Despite complete control from the away team, Forest unexpectedly gained the lead. Sven Botman handled a long ball up the field improperly, allowing Emmanuel Dennis to pounce and, while still under pressure, deftly chip Nicholas Pope. Despite being down a goal, the Toon continued to attack the Forest goal, and it appeared as though the visitors would have an unpleasant evening when Sean Longstaff's shot hit the crossbar this time. Yet just before halftime, Willock atoned for his early error by finding Isak in the area, whose volley went in off the post to send the team into the half on equal footing.

Nottingham vs Newcastle Summary

In the second half, the Magpies continued where they left off, launching wave after wave of assaults on the Forest goal, forcing Keylor Navas to react quickly to stop Elliott Anderson's lethal volley. After an in-depth VAR review, Anderson's goal—which would have been his first ever for the Toon—was disallowed for an offside in the build-up just after the hour mark.

Nottingham vs Newcastle Summary

After the ruling, Forest gained confidence and the match's momentum switched in their favor. Nevertheless, the home team was unable to capitalize and ultimately paid the price when Moussa Niakhaté handled the ball in the area, giving the away team a penalty in stoppage time. As Newcastle sought to finish in the top four, Isak stepped up and converted the penalty kick, securing a crucial three points. Going into the international break, Steve Cooper's team is only two points above the relegation spots.

Flashscore Man of the Match: Alexander Isak (Newcastle United)

Nottingham vs Newcastle final score

Goals

• (78') 1 - 0 Dennis E. - NOTT
• (45+2') 1 - 1 Isak A. - NEW
• (90+3') 1 - 0 Isak A. - NEW

Nottingham vs Newcastle confirmed line-ups