Premier League: Nottingham Forest 0-0 Brentford - Awoniyi goal ruled out for offside

 

Premier League: Nottingham Forest 0-0 Brentford - Awoniyi  goal ruled out for offside

Nottingham Forest and Brentford played out a goalless draw in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon, with Taiwo Awoniyi having a goal ruled out for offside.

The game was a close affair throughout, with both sides having chances to win. Forest had the better of the first half, with Awoniyi going close on a number of occasions. The Nigerian striker thought he had broken the deadlock in the 35th minute, but his goal was ruled out by VAR after Brennan Johnson was adjudged to have been offside in the build-up.

Brentford came into the game more after the break, but they were unable to find a breakthrough. Ivan Toney had the best chance of the second half, but he headed wide from close range.

The draw leaves Forest in 14th place in the Premier League table, while Brentford are 11th.

Awoniyi's disallowed goal

Awoniyi's disallowed goal was a contentious decision. Johnson was initially given offside in the build-up, but replays showed that he was onside. The decision was overturned by VAR, but then the referee ruled that Awoniyi was offside when he received the ball.

The decision was frustrating for Awoniyi, who was making his first Premier League start for Forest. The striker had a good game overall and was a constant threat to the Brentford defence.

Overall verdict

It was a fair result overall. Both sides had chances to win, but neither could take them. Forest will be disappointed to have dropped two points at home, but they can be pleased with their performance. Brentford will be happy to have taken a point from a difficult game.