Nigeria’s Ola Aina is the man leading Nottingham Forest’s title charge this season
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina produced yet another heroic performance for Nottingham Forest, earning widespread praise for his game-saving clearance during their thrilling 3-2 victory over Southampton.
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The Nigerian’s defensive masterclass has become a hallmark of Nottingham Forest’s recent form, as they continue their surprising ascent on the Premier League table.
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Aina’s heroics keep Nottingham Forest on track
Nottingham Forest extended their unbeaten run to seven games with a hard-fought win over Southampton.
Ola Aina after the game against Liverpool.
While the attacking trio of Morgan Gibbs-White, Chris Wood, and Callum Hudson-Odoi delivered the goals, Aina’s last-ditch defending proved decisive in securing the victory.
Southam defender, Jan Bednarek’s powerful header appeared destined for the back of the net until Aina’s quick reflexes on the goal line preserved Nottingham Forest’s narrow lead.
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This was the Nigerian’s second crucial goal-line intervention in a week, following his dramatic clearance against Liverpool, which denied Mohamed Salah a late winner in their 1-1 draw at Anfield, adding to his Aina assist for Chris Wood’s first-half goal.
Fans shower Aina with praise
Aina’s performances have drawn admiration from fans and pundits alike, with social media abuzz after his latest display.
One fan on X hailed his goal-line clearance, writing, “This is how titles are won,” while another called him “Ola ‘three goal line clearances in a week’ Aina.”
Some even went further, suggesting, “Ola Aina is arguably the best right-back in the EPL this season.”
The win leaves Nottingham Forest level on points with Arsenal and just six points behind league leaders Liverpool, who have a game in hand.
As Forest continue to defy expectations in the Premier League, Ola Aina’s brilliance in critical moments might just be the edge they need to challenge for silverware this season.
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina produced yet another heroic performance for Nottingham Forest, earning widespread praise for his game-saving clearance during their thrilling 3-2 victory over Southampton.