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Manchester United closes match on 3-0 run, beats 10-man Nottingham Forest 3-2

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Christian Eriksen - Bags goal in winEriksen scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest.

ImpactEriksen opened up the scoring for United in Saturday's match after executing a perfect glancing touch for a goal. The Danish midfielder started the comeback for United with his goal and played a decent 90 minutes against Forest, contributing two chances created, four crosses and one shot from his holding midfield position. Eriksen was given the start today with Mason Mount (hamstring) still out injured, but should be expected to only be a rotational starter once Mount returns.

AUGUST 27, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Casemiro - Scores equalizer against ForestCasemiro scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Nottingham Forest.

ImpactCasemiro bagged his first goal of the season after his header found the back of the net in the 52nd minute. Most of the Brazilian's contribution actually came in the defensive end of the pitch as generated five tackles (two won), one interception and four clearances in the win. Casemiro will be a normal starter for United this season, but shouldn't be expected to be a goal scorer too often as he normally plays in more of a holding midfielder role.

AUGUST 27, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Bruno Fernandes - Notches two goal contributionsBruno Fernandes scored one goal and assisted once from six shots and three chances created in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Nottingham Forest. In addition, he was given a yellow c...

ImpactBruno Fernandes was a huge part of United's comeback in Saturday's match, assisting on the game tying goal while also converting on a penalty to take the lead. The Portuguese midfielder picked up his first goal contribution's of the season against Forest and also was the usual playmaker he is, generating 11 crosses, six shots and three chances created. The 28-year-old has been United's best player to start the season, but will have to be a little more careful in upcoming matches after picking up his second yellow card in only three matches this season.

AUGUST 27, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Andre Onana - Allows two against NottinghamOnana registered two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 3-2 win against Nottingham Forest. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 89th minute.

ImpactOnana didn't have his best game in net Saturday, allowing two goals within the first four minutes while also making two saves. One goal was just well worked but you could say the other was on the 27-year-old as he hesitated in a one-on-one situation allowing Taiwo Awoniyi to score an easy goal. Onana still looks to be trying to get acclimated with the play of the Premier League as allowed two goals for his second straight match. His next match will not be any easier of an opponent either, as United takes on Arsenal in an important early-season game.

AUGUST 27, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Morgan Gibbs-White - Notches first goal contributionGibbs-White assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Manchester United. In addition, he was giv...

ImpactGibbs-White gained his first goal contribution of the year when he found Taiwo Awoniyi on a counterattack for the first goal of the match. Gibbs-White all around had a great day on the pitch, contributing two shots, three chances created and seven crosses to go along with his assist. The 23-year-old playmaker will look to top last seasons tally of 13 goal contributions after bagging his first of the season on Saturday.

AUGUST 27, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Willy Boly - Scores rare goalBoly scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Manchester United.

ImpactBoly brought Nottingham's lead to two when his header found the back of net in the fourth minute, before eventually falling 3-2 to United in Saturday's match. The 32-year-old's goal was a rare and unexpected one as he found the back of the net for the first time in four years. Boly has been given the start in the clubs opening three matches and should be considered a normal starter for Forest this season after dealing with injuries all of last season's campaign.

AUGUST 27, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Taiwo Awoniyi - Scores in third straight matchAwoniyi scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Manchester United.

ImpactAwoniyi continued his run of brilliance in Saturday's match against United, scoring in his seventh straight competitive match for Nottingham and bringing his overall goal tally to three in as many matches. The rapid striker has impressed so far this season, using his incredible pace and strength to slip through backlines and hold off defenders to secure his goals. Through three games, the 26-year-old seems to be the early front runner for the number nine position in Forest's starting lineup as he has been a lifeline for the attack and currently is tied atop the Premier League goal scoring chart.

AUGUST 27, 2023•ROTOWIRE