Neco Williams
NFO
Left Wingback
Balanced Full Back
Apr 13, 2001 (25)
Right
6'0"
159 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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2026/2027 Premier League
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Suffers elbow injury
Williams scored one goal to go with two chances created before suffering an elbow injury during Friday's 1-1 Premier League draw against Ipswich Town and will undergo further assessments to determine the severity of the issue, according to coach Oliver Glasner, per the Nottingham Post. "Neco's in huge pain. He fell on his elbow. We have to do further assessments but it doesn't look really good."
Analysis: Williams faces uncertainty over his availability for Nottingham Forest's upcoming fixtures after suffering an arm injury during the closing stages of Friday's draw against Ipswich Town. The defender fell awkwardly onto his elbow and appeared to be in significant discomfort, leaving the pitch with his right arm supported by his shirt. Although coach Glasner expressed concern about the severity of the injury and confirmed that further examinations would be required, Williams subsequently provided a more encouraging update on Instagram, stating that he was fine. Before the setback, the Welsh international had delivered a strong performance, opening the scoring in the 13th minute and finishing with two shots, two chances created, five crosses, two tackles and two corners across 84 minutes. His potential absence would represent a blow to Forest's defensive options, although his reassuring post-match comments suggest the injury may be less serious than initially feared. The results of further assessments should provide greater clarity on his availability for the upcoming Premier League encounter against Brentford next Saturday.
Delivers seven crosses in defeat
Williams generated one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (zero accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Arsenal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 17th minute.
Analysis: Williams recorded one off-target shot, seven crosses, five corners and two interceptions across the full 90 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Arsenal. He operated as Forest's left wing-back and provided considerable attacking width, particularly during the second half when the hosts attempted to exploit Arsenal's defensive transitions and increase pressure from wide areas. Williams also nearly benefited from Liam Delap's attacking movement shortly after halftime, but none of his seven crosses were accurate as Forest failed to turn their opportunities into a goal.
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