Premier League: Nottingham Forest hold Liverpool, Man City falter, and Chelsea rescue a point
Premier League results on January 14: Forest hold Liverpool, Brentford deny Man City, Chelsea draw late on.
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January 15, 2025
Liverpool's Diogo Jota scoring the equalizer in the 66th minute from a corner.
The Premier League delivered captivating fixtures on January 14, showcasing intense battles and surprises across key matches.
Nottingham Forest 1–1 Liverpool: Forest Defensive Masterclass
At the City Ground, Nottingham Forest demonstrated resilience against league leaders Liverpool in a close 1-1 draw. Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis watched as his side stood firm against top-flight giants. Chris Wood’s early strike in the 8th minute, his 13th goal of the season, showcased Forest's attacking prowess, assisted by Anthony Elanga's deft pass.
Forest's defensive duo, Murillo and Nikola Milenkovic, proved instrumental, with Murillo recording 18 clearances—the most in a Premier League match this season. Goalkeeper Matz Sels added to the defensive masterclass with five vital saves, frustrating Liverpool's dominance in possession.
Liverpool equalized through Diogo Jota, whose header from Kostas Tsimikas' corner came just 22 seconds after the duo entered as substitutes. The draw left Liverpool six points ahead of Forest with a game in hand, maintaining their edge in the title race.
Brentford 2–2 Manchester City: City Stumble Out of Top 4
Manchester City stumbled at Brentford, surrendering a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 in a dramatic finale. Phil Foden's brace appeared to secure victory for the defending champions, with his second goal coming in the 78th minute off a rebound.
However, Brentford's Yoane Wissa and Christian Norgaard turned the tide. Wissa’s 85th-minute strike and Norgaard’s injury-time header ensured the hosts shared the spoils. Brentford's late surge nearly secured a win, but Nathan Ake’s crucial goal-line clearance denied Bryan Mbeumo's effort.
City manager Pep Guardiola lamented his side's missed chances and defensive lapses, highlighting the growing challenge of reclaiming the title amid mounting competition.
Chelsea 1–1 Bournemouth: James Returns in Style
Chelsea salvaged a point against Bournemouth in a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge, thanks to a stunning last-minute free-kick from captain Reece James. The England international marked his Premier League return from injury with an emphatic performance, capped by his 95th-minute equalizer.
Cole Palmer opened the scoring with his 14th Premier League goal of the season. Despite Chelsea’s first-half control, Bournemouth clawed back into the game after the interval. A misjudged challenge by Moises Caicedo on Antoine Semenyo in the penalty area handed the visitors a lifeline. Justin Kluivert confidently converted the resulting penalty, scoring his sixth spot-kick of the season.
Tensions flared in the second half when VAR intervened after David Brooks appeared to take out Marc Cucurella off the ball. Referee Rob Jones reviewed the incident but opted to show only a yellow card to Brooks, sparing Bournemouth a potential dismissal.
The Cherries held firm as Chelsea searched for a winner, but James delivered the decisive moment in injury time. Substituting for regular free-kick taker Cole Palmer, James curled a powerful strike past Travers, securing a crucial point for the Blues.
West Ham 3–2 Fulham: Potter’s First Victory
West Ham celebrated Graham Potter’s first win as head coach, edging past Fulham in a thrilling 3-2 encounter. Goals from Carlos Soler, Tomas Soucek, and Lucas Paqueta capitalized on defensive errors by Fulham.
Despite late pressure from Fulham, including an Alex Iwobi double and a missed opportunity by Adama Traore, West Ham held firm. Potter praised his team’s effort and adaptability, emphasizing the importance of collective resilience.
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