Tottenham pushed to equalize but were unable to create a clear scoring opportunity. In the first half, Archie Gray had a chance to score with a volley, but it was deflected by the stand-in goalkeeper, John Victor. Morgan Gibbs-White came close to doubling Forest's lead with a header at the back post, but it was just out of reach.

Forest maintained their lead, and their control of the game never wavered. Five minutes into the second half, Hudson-Odoi scored his second goal of the game, catching the Tottenham goalkeeper, Vicario, off guard with a cross that sailed over his head.

Despite making a triple substitution at the hour mark, Tottenham struggled to create opportunities. Forest continued to dominate, and the game was sealed with 11 minutes remaining. Sangaré scored a rasping effort that found the back of the net after a layoff from Hudson-Odoi, sending a parting gift before his departure for the Africa Cup of Nations.

Sean Dyche's oversight has overseen an improvement in form for Nottingham Forest, who have now secured seven wins and six clean sheets in 12 matches across all competitions.