Goals from Morgan Gibbs-White, Chris Wood and Taiwo Awoniyi clinched a sixth successive Premier League win for Nottingham Forest as they toppled Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-0.

Not since 1966/67 had Forest won six games on the trot in the top tier, but that was what they were aiming for in the West Midlands. And they got off to the perfect start when Gibbs-White found the net against his former club with just seven minutes on the clock after being teed up by Anthony Elanga.

Wolves tried to summon a quick response, though, and it took an important block from Murillo and a big save from Matz Sels to keep them at bay. Sels had to come to the rescue again on the half hour as he thwarted a header from Jorgen Strand Larsen.

The Reds argued they should have got a chance to make it 2-0 from the spot with 34 minutes played when Ola Aina’s cross struck Rayan Ait-Nouri. However, a VAR check ruled against handball as his arm was deemed to have been in a “natural position”.

Nevertheless, they did double their lead right on the stroke of half-time. Callum Hudson-Odoi pulled the ball back for Wood, who slotted home his 12th goal of the campaign.

Sels made another crucial save to deny Strand Larsen after the break, then Awoniyi came off the bench to add gloss to the scoreline in added time. Here’s how Reds reporter Sarah Clapson rated the Forest players at Molineux.

Matz Sels: Forest had a lot to thank the Belgian for after they had taken the lead. Pulled off two excellent saves to retain his team’s advantage, then came to the rescue again with another big stop after the break. Rating: 9/10

Ola Aina: Had a significant workload to contend with as Wolves targeted his flank. Proved tough going at times. Regardless of VAR’s decision, will feel he should have had a first-half penalty. Rating: 8/10

Nikola Milenkovic: Some robust defending at times as the hosts applied the pressure. Having such a physical presence in the centre of the back makes a big difference for the Reds. Rating: 8.5/10

Murillo: Made a huge block early on to preserve his team’s lead after Gibbs-White’s opener. Forest did have a few nervy moments but the Brazilian helped secure another shut-out. Rating: 8.5/10

Neco Williams: Steady and solid. The Reds were under the cosh for spells, particularly in the first half, but the Welshman helped secure another clean-sheet and three points. Rating: 8/10

Elliot Anderson: Delightful touch to set Gibbs-White on his way for the opener. Prevented from getting on the scoresheet himself in the second half by a vital deflection. New England boss Thomas Tuchel was in attendance and will have watched with interest. Rating: 8/10

Nicolas Dominguez: Can sometimes go under the radar with the work he does. In the first half especially, midfield duo didn’t quite get to grips with Wolves but the Argentine still did his bit. Rating: 7.5/10

Anthony Elanga: Continued his run of having a key impact by setting up Gibbs-White, adding to his assist against Everton and his three-match scoring streak prior to that. Has rediscovered his form at a good time. Rating: 8/10

Morgan Gibbs-White: On the end of a torrent of abuse from the home crowd but delivered the best possible response by scoring against his former club. Trademark fingers in ears celebration will no doubt have felt extra sweet. Rating: 8/10

Callum Hudson-Odoi: Caused Wolves plenty of problems with some excellent bursts of speed down the left. Forest’s second goal summed up what he is capable of, and it paid off. Rating: 8.5/10

Chris Wood: Good movement and a neat finish to double the visitors’ advantage with his 12th of the campaign. Hadn’t had a great deal of service prior to that but he doesn’t miss those chances. Rating: 7.5/10

Subs

Morato (for Dominguez, 60mins): A little unfortunate to have been left out of the XI after a superb display at Everton. So well drilled in what is required whenever he comes on. Rating: 8/10

Ryan Yates (for Elanga, 69mins): Put a shift in during his time on the pitch as Forest saw out the win. Always gives his all, regardless of how long he plays for. Rating: 7/10

Jota Silva (for Anderson, 69mins): Helped the Reds scrap in the closing stages and tried to offer something going forward, too. Faces a challenge to get back in the XI at the minute, though. Rating: 7/10

James Ward-Prowse (for Gibbs-White, 88mins): Set up Awoniyi for the third goal. A productive cameo appearance for both of them. Rating: 7.5/10

Taiwo Awoniyi (for Wood, 88mins): Finally has his first goal of the season. Should give him a tremendous confidence boost. Hopefully he can kick on. Rating: 7.5/10

Subs not used: Miguel, Moreno, Sosa, Boly.

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