Igor Jesus Secures 88th-Minute Win for Forest Over Villa

Nottingham Forest secured a dramatic 1‑0 victory over Aston Villa at Villa Park on Tuesday, with Igor Jesus netting an 88th‑minute winner. The win marked Forest’s first triumph at the South London ground in 32 years, breaking a long‑standing losing streak that began in 1991.

The match was also significant for Forest’s new manager, Oliver Glasner, who claimed his first victory since taking charge in the summer. After a tight game that saw both sides create chances, Jesus’ late strike proved decisive, giving the visitors a rare away win and a confidence‑boosting start to his tenure.

With the win, Forest moved up the Premier League table and added a historic milestone to their season, while Glasner’s squad demonstrated resilience and an ability to secure results in challenging fixtures. The victory sets a positive tone for the remainder of the campaign.