In a thrilling match at the City Ground, Bruno Guimarães scored twice to lead Newcastle United to a nail-biting 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest. This intense encounter was marked by a series of ups and downs, with Newcastle seizing control early on, only for Forest to mount a fierce comeback.
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The game’s opening moments were electric. A well-executed corner by Miguel Almiron was cleverly passed to Kieran Trippier, whose pinpoint cross found Guimarães, who volleyed the ball home in a breathtaking display of skill. But the drama didn’t stop there. Forest’s Anthony Elanga broke through with a swift counterattack, adding to the excitement. And though Newcastle’s Schar found the net, Forest’s Callum Hudson-Odoi leveled the score just before the break, keeping everyone on the edge of their seats.
Two moments of magic from @brunoog97! ✨🎩 pic.twitter.com/DuMBoecYOT
— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) February 10, 2024
Forest’s Taiwo Awoniyi nearly tilted the game with a disallowed goal and a contested penalty call that went Newcastle’s way, intensifying the drama. Yet, it was Guimarães who stole the limelight once more with a mesmerizing solo goal, pushing Newcastle ahead amidst the chaos.
With the game hanging in the balance, Newcastle fortified their defenses, narrowly escaping a late equalizer from Forest, showcasing a game of tactical wits and raw passion.
The victory propelled Newcastle to seventh place in the league, breathing life into their campaign, while Forest lingered just above the relegation zone, adding layers of tension and hope to both camps.
Guimarães, reflecting on the match, captured the sentiment perfectly, “Today was very special for me because I’ve been sick but today it was very good because I helped the team win”. His words echoed the resilience and determination of a team that’s faced its fair share of hurdles.
🫶 @brunoog97 pic.twitter.com/UmOIflFnnV
— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) February 10, 2024
When asked about how close he came to not playing, he replied, “I don’t know how I was able to play 90 minutes, I was very tired…but I knew I had to get the 3 points for my team”. With that singular focus and the return of key players, Newcastle eyes the future with optimism.
