Nottingham Forest Triumphs in FA Cup Thriller Against Exeter City

2025-03-01

Nottingham Forest secured their place in the FA Cup fifth round after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Exeter City at St James Park. The match ended 2-2 after extra time, with Forest prevailing 4-2 in the shootout. Exeter, who played the majority of extra time with 10 men following a red card, put up a valiant fight but ultimately fell short.

The hosts took an early lead through Josh Magennis, who struck in the fifth minute, but Forest responded with goals from Taiwo Awoniyi and an own goal by Willy Boly. Exeter equalised again in the second half, setting the stage for a tense extra-time period. Despite being a man down, Exeter defended resolutely and came close to snatching a winner, but Forest’s quality from the penalty spot proved decisive.

Forest manager Nuno Espírito Santo will be relieved to avoid an upset, though he will likely be frustrated by his side’s inability to finish the game in regular time. Exeter, meanwhile, can take pride in their performance, with Magennis and the team earning plaudits for their resilience and determination. Forest will now face Ipswich Town in the next round, while Exeter will turn their focus to their League One survival battle.

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