“What I retain in my mind about this game was the spirit of the team. They try everything to win the game. This is the spirit to keep till the end of the season,” said Vítor Pereira after Nottingham Forest and Fulham played to a 0-0 draw at the City Ground on March 15, 2026.
The match was marked by a disallowed goal from Dan Ndoye, who had his effort ruled out by VAR for offside. Despite the frustration of not finding the net, the draw allowed Nottingham Forest to climb out of the relegation zone, a crucial development for the team.
Fulham, on the other hand, struggled to create scoring opportunities, failing to register a shot on target for the second time this season. This lack of offensive output comes after Marco Silva’s side suffered a defeat to Southampton in the FA Cup, raising concerns about their form.
Prior to this match, Nottingham Forest had also faced difficulties, losing 1-0 to Midtjylland in the Europa League, where they recorded a staggering 22 unsuccessful shots. The team’s ongoing struggles with scoring have been a significant issue throughout the season.
Harry Wilson made his return from injury for Fulham, but his presence was not enough to spark the attacking play that the team is known for. Pereira noted, “Taiwo created a lot of problems, a lot of problems,” referring to Taiwo Awoniyi, who replaced Igor Jesus in the second half.
Fulham’s Ola Aina came close to breaking the deadlock, hitting the crossbar, but ultimately, neither team could find the back of the net. The referee for the match, Sam Barrott, oversaw a contest that was characterized by missed opportunities and defensive resilience.
As the season progresses, both teams will need to address their scoring challenges. Nottingham Forest’s spirit and determination will be tested in the coming weeks, while Fulham must find a way to regain their attacking fluency.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the next steps for both teams as they look to improve their standings in the league.
