In a heated clash at the Amex Stadium, Nottingham Forest’s midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White and both team managers, Nuno Espírito Santo and Fabian Hürzeler, were sent off in the dying moments. Gibbs-White was shown a second yellow for a late tackle, while both managers were dismissed after heated reactions on the touchline.
Forest’s Early Lead Fades as Brighton Stage a Comeback
Chris Wood’s early penalty gave Forest hope of a fifth consecutive away win. However, Brighton responded with two goals before half-time, including a superb header from young Jack Hinshelwood and a well-taken free-kick by Danny Welbeck, turning the game on its head.
Controversial Tackle Sparks Tension in the Closing Moments
The game became tense after Gibbs-White was controversially sent off, despite the referee initially allowing play to continue. Nuno’s furious reaction on the sidelines led to his dismissal, while Brighton’s manager, Hürzeler, also saw red for his involvement in the heated exchange.
Forest and Brighton Both Maintain Unbeaten Runs
Despite the late drama, substitute Ramón Sosa’s equaliser ensured that both Forest and Brighton maintained their unbeaten starts to the season. However, the match will be remembered for the fiery exchanges and the red cards that followed.