Forest’s Champions League Hopes Hit After 1-1 Draw with Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace took the lead in the 60th minute when Eberechi Eze calmly converted a penalty after goalkeeper Matz Sels fouled Tyrick Mitchell in the box. However, Forest responded quickly, with Murillo equalizing just four minutes later after deflecting Neco Williams’ shot into the net.
Despite pushing for a winner, Forest couldn’t find a breakthrough and had to settle for a point. They remain sixth in the Premier League table with 61 points from 35 games, two points behind fifth-placed Chelsea.
The match was not without its setbacks as Murillo suffered a hamstring injury and could miss the rest of the season.
Crystal Palace, meanwhile, edged closer to achieving their first-ever 50-point Premier League season, now standing at 46 points with three games remaining.
Key Moments:
60’: Eze scores penalty for Palace (1-0)
64’: Murillo equalizes for Forest (1-1)
Nottingham Forest will now look to bounce back in their next fixture as they continue their pursuit of European football.
