Super Eagles fullback Ola Aina scored the decisive goal as Nottingham Forest clinched a hard-fought 2-0 victory against Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium.
Aina has played a crucial role in the rebuilding efforts under Nuno Espírito Santo this season, aiming to transform the squad into a competitive force in the Premier League.
Since their promotion to the Premier League, Nottingham Forest has consistently fought to avoid relegation, a challenge that ultimately resulted in the hiring of the Portuguese manager last season.
The Nigerian defender made his mark on the match by scoring the decisive goal in the 38th minute, calmly slotting home a well-placed cross from teammate Williams on the right flank.
Elenga doubled the lead for the visitors in the second half. The former Manchester United winger drives into the box before slotting it into the bottom left corner.
Despite relentless pressure from Brentford in search of an equalizer, Aina and his teammates showcased remarkable resilience, holding firm to secure the three points.
This victory marks a significant achievement as Nottingham Forest becomes the first team to win at the Gtech Community Stadium this season.
The Nigerian fullback has been a key performer for Forest this season. Aina has netted two goals in seventeen Premier League appearances, contributing to the team’s impressive position of third on the Premier League table with a total of 31 points.
However, Aina’s contributions extend beyond his goal-scoring prowess. In his 17 Premier League appearances this campaign, his defensive capabilities have also been a cornerstone of the team’s success, averaging 2.3 clearances, 2.1 tackles, and 1.3 interceptions per game.
