Super Eagles defender, Ola Aina, played a pivotal role in Nottingham Forest’s thrilling 3-2 victory over Southampton in the Premier League.
Aina provided an assist for Forest’s third goal in the first half before making a crucial goalline clearance in stoppage time to preserve their lead.
Nottingham Forest appeared to be cruising with a commanding 3-0 lead at halftime, thanks in part to Aina’s pinpoint cross that set up the third goal.
However, a spirited second-half fightback from Southampton, who sit at the bottom of the Premier League table, saw them claw back two goals, threatening a dramatic comeback.
Southampton came agonizingly close to leveling the game, but Aina’s brilliant defensive intervention on the goalline ensured Forest held on to all three points.
The win cements Nottingham Forest’s status as one of the season’s biggest surprises, as they remain third in the standings with 44 points from 22 matches.
Arsenal, level on points, hold second place due to a superior goal difference.
