Nottingham Forest defeated Burnley 4-1 at City Ground on April 19, 2026. Morgan Gibbs-White scored three goals in a standout performance. His hat trick marked a significant moment in the match.
Burnley opened the scoring with Zian Flemming’s goal in the second minute of first-half stoppage time. However, Forest quickly responded to take control of the game. They scored four unanswered goals to clinch a decisive victory.
Igor Jesus added the final goal for Nottingham Forest in the eighth minute of stoppage time. The win pushed Nottingham Forest five points clear of the relegation zone. Conversely, Burnley remained in a precarious position, now twelve points adrift of safety.
Burnley has struggled throughout the season. They have only one league win since early November and have not won in their last ten away games. Their defensive record is concerning; they have conceded a league-high 63 goals this season.
Prior to this match, Nottingham Forest reached the Europa League semifinals and had been unbeaten in their last four Premier League matches. This victory further solidified their standing in the league.
Yet, Burnley’s woes continued as they faced mounting pressure. They have lost 44 of their last 70 Premier League games across two seasons. The team is grappling with injuries and suspensions, including Josh Laurent’s three-match ban after his red card against Fulham last month.
“This is a must-win game for Forest in their hopes of staying in the Premier League,” said an unnamed source before the match. The stakes were high for both teams as they approached this critical fixture.
Looking ahead, Nottingham Forest will face Sunderland next while Burnley will host Manchester City. The outcomes of these matches could be pivotal for both teams’ aspirations this season.