Luke Berry's 89th-minute equalizer rescued a point for Luton at home against Nottingham Forest in a crucial clash for both teams striving to secure Premier League survival. Chris Wood gave Forest the lead by converting Morgan Gibbs-White's cross with a stretched effort towards the back post.
As time dwindled, Reece Burke directed Ross Barkley's corner towards goal, where Berry reacted quickly to finish from close range. Ryan Yates almost clinched victory for Forest in added time, but his powerful strike narrowly missed the target, maintaining the three-point gap between the sides, with Luton in 18th place, one spot below Forest.
Luton began brightly, with Barkley's long-range effort striking the post early on. However, Forest gained control, with Divock Origi's two attempts cleared off the line before Wood's opener.
Although Teden Mengi found the net for Luton before halftime, his goal was disallowed for handball. Forest continued to press after the break, with Issa Kabore clearing Anthony Elanga's shot off the line. Despite Luton's late surge, they struggled to create significant opportunities until Berry's crucial goal, which keeps them within reach of teams above them.
Luton's resilience was evident throughout the match, epitomized by Berry's timely strike, extending their unbeaten run to eight league games. Forest, awaiting the outcome of a profit and sustainability charge, missed a vital opportunity to secure a victory against a relegation rival. Despite dominating play and creating numerous chances, they were unable to capitalize on their opportunities.
Manager Nuno lamented their lack of clinical finishing, acknowledging that they should have secured all three points. Despite halting a four-match losing streak, Forest will be disappointed not to have capitalized on their dominance in the game.
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