Nottingham Forest were obliged to settle for a point against Wolves, with Saturday’s 1-1 draw undoubtedly the fairest result.
Chris Wood scored the scoring for Forest after only 10 minutes, but Jean-Richer Bellegarde equalised moments later with an amazing wonder goal.
Forest, on the other hand, must be pleased with five points from three games and will go into the international break feeling confident about their start.
Nuno Espirito Santo can now draw on a number of talented players, and yesterday there were a few notable displays.
What Stephen Warnock said about Anthony Elanga
Newcastle made a bid for Elanga on deadline day, but the deal fell through.
He returned to the Forest team yesterday, and he showed some potential, especially in the first half.
Elanga was there in the build-up to Wood’s goal, preventing the goalie from making any saves.
He received applause for this move, and he praised the 22-year-old Forest speedster on live BBC radio coverage.
He stated on BBC 5 Live: “Anthony Elanga does well. He comes from being on Sam Johnstone, then moves away from him, but Elanga remains in his eyeliner, which surprises Johnstone.”
Forest must keep standing firm on Elanga after Newcastle interest
It is reported that the Reds value Elanga at £50 million, and the club is correct in this assessment.
The player scored 14 goals last season, making his £15 million purchase tag appear incredibly excellent value from a Forest standpoint.
As the football club grows, the Reds must continue to place such a high value on their players.
Elanga hasn’t quite found his stride this season, but as Warnock points out, he did play a role in the goal yesterday.
At 22 years old, Elanga has more to offer, and he hopes to resume his top form after the international break.