“We are staying up,” chanted the away fans, a testament to Nottingham Forest’s resilience as they celebrated a commanding 3-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on March 22, 2026.
The match saw Nottingham Forest secure their first league win under manager Vitor Pereira, with Igor Jesus opening the scoring in first-half stoppage time. Morgan Gibbs-White doubled the lead in the 62nd minute, while Taiwo Awoniyi sealed the emphatic win with a goal just three minutes from the end.
This defeat marks a new low for Tottenham, who are now winless in 13 Premier League matches, sitting precariously at 17th place, just one point above the relegation zone. The home crowd, estimated at 10,000 supporters, had hoped for a turnaround but were left disheartened as their team struggled to find form.
Igor Tudor, who has now lost five of his seven games in charge, faces mounting pressure as Tottenham has not won in the top flight since December 28. The team’s last victory at home came against Brentford, and the current situation raises serious questions about their prospects for the remainder of the season.
“This result may not define the season but it could certainly go a long way to doing so,” noted a commentator, highlighting the significance of the match in the broader context of Tottenham’s struggles.
Tottenham’s problems were compounded when Mathys Tel limped off during the match, adding to the team’s injury woes. Spurs remain the only Premier League team without a win this calendar year, a statistic that underscores their ongoing difficulties.
Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest’s victory lifted them to 16th place in the Premier League, a much-needed boost as they aim to secure their top-flight status. The away fans’ chants echoed through the stadium, a stark contrast to the silence that enveloped the home supporters.
As the season progresses, both teams will be looking to build on this match, with Tottenham desperately seeking a way to break their winless streak and Nottingham Forest aiming to capitalize on their newfound momentum.
