
Premier League
8:00 p.mFebruary 6, 2026
Regular season – 25
Elland Road
Referee: Peter Bankes, England


Leeds


Nottingham Forest
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2.50
Expected Goals (xG)
1.13
Passing by
393 (84%)
Accurate passes
272 (78%)
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Substitutes
1
G
Lucas Perry
15
d
Jaka Bijol
d
Sebastian Bornauw
M
Daniel James
22
M
To Tanaka
M
Sean Longstaff
29
F
Wilfried Gnonto
10
F
Joel Piroe
14
F
Lukas finishes
27
G
Stefan Ortega
6.7
4
d
purple
6.3
44
d
Zach Abbott
6.2
31
d
Nikola Milenkovic
6.3
34
d
Minors of life
6.3
8
M
Elliot Anderson
7.0
M
Ibrahim Sangaré
16
M
Nicolas DomÃnguez
6.7
10
M
Morgan Gibbs-White (C)
6.6
7
M
Callum Hudson-Odoi
6.2
19
F
Igor Jesus
6.5

Premier League Ranking – Premier League
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion – Europa League (League phase)
- Relegation – Championship
Leeds United secured a crucial 3-1 victory over Nottingham Forest at Elland Road, with a clinical first-half performance setting the tone.
Leeds United put in a great performance, securing a resounding 3-1 win over Nottingham Forest in a crucial Premier League clash on 6 February 2026. Goals from Jayden Bogle, Noah Okafor and Dominic Calvert-Lewin sealed the points for the home side.
This highly anticipated encounter saw two teams level on points before kick-off, with Leeds sitting 16th and Forest 17th in the Premier League table. Both teams desperately tried to widen the gap from the relegation zone, making every point vital in their campaign.
Leeds started strongly, pressing high and creating early chances. The breakthrough came in the 26th minute when Jayden Bogle connected with a well-timed cross from Ilia Gruev. Bogle expertly guided his header past goalkeeper Stefan Ortega, igniting the Elland Road crowd.
Just four minutes later, Leeds doubled their lead with a quick strike. James Justin shot down the wing and sent a low, dangerous ball into the penalty area. Noah Okafor was on hand to slot home from close range in the 30th minute.
Nottingham Forest struggled to get a foothold in the game, absorbing significant pressure as Leeds continued their relentless attack. Their efforts to respond were repeatedly thwarted by a well-organised Leeds defence, with the home side taking a two-goal lead into the interval.
Down by two goals, Nottingham Forest faced a major challenge at the break. Coach Nuno EspÃrito Santo would have demanded a more urgent and structured response from his players to turn the tide. Leeds, meanwhile, aimed to maintain their intensity and control.
Leeds wasted no time extending their lead after the restart. In the 49th minute, Ilia Gruev made his second assist of the game. He played a superb pass to Dominic Calvert-Lewin who finished clinically to make it 3-0, putting the game beyond Forest’s reach.
Forest responded with tactical substitutions in the 54th minute, with Nicolás DomÃnguez and Igor Jesus. They were looking to inject new attacking impetus into their struggling midfield and forward line, hoping to disrupt Leeds’ rhythm and find a way back into the contest.
The game became increasingly physical as both teams battled for control. Noah Okafor received a yellow card for Leeds in the 61st minute for a foul. Soon after, Forest’s Idrissa Sangare was booked for a foul in the 62nd minute, reflecting the growing intensity of the match.
Forest finally found a consolation goal in the 86th minute, although it was too late to spark a full comeback. Substitute Omari Hutchinson provided a smart assist for Lorenzo Lucca, who expertly converted his chance. This late strike proved merely academic for the visitors.
Leeds finished the game with an expected goals (xG) of 2.5, showing their attacking threat, compared to Forest’s 1.13 xG. Although Forest had more shots on goal (6 to Leeds’ 5), Leeds’ clinical finishing and five crucial saves from goalkeeper Karl Darlow were decisive. Leeds also controlled 56% of the ball.
This crucial victory propels Leeds to 29 points in the Premier League standings, creating a vital three-point cushion over Nottingham Forest. The win gives their hopes of avoiding a relegation fight a significant boost as the season heads into its critical stages.

