The only goal came from former United winger Anthony Elanga in the fifth minute as he ran half of the pitch, seeing off attempts from Alejandro Garnacho and Patrick Dorgu, before slotting the ball past Andre Onana.

Although United were unable to find the back of the net in response, Ruben Amorim’s side did everything else to control the game.

The Reds registered 23 shots and had 68% of the possession, but Forest were more clinical in front of goal, managing just two attempts on target throughout the match.

United’s latest defeat makes it difficult for Amorim’s side to climb out of the bottom half of the Premier League table, whereas it strengthens Forest’s position in the race for a top four finish. The two teams are having completely different seasons, to everyone’s surprise.

Manchester United travelled to the City Ground as underdogs because the form shown by both teams this season cannot be compared.

The Reds can’t seem to find any consistency and yet again missed the opportunity to win back-to-back league games for the first time this season.

However, it’s not all doom and gloom as United right-back Diogo Dalot explained in his post-match interview.