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No-show to finish career campaign Wood recorded three shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Wood had multiple good chances to get Nottingham's team on the board but did not follow through. That has been his story since March, backed up by barely multiple goals despite double-digit appearances. But take the first seven months of Wood's 2024-25 season, and it is excellent. For the first time in his tenured Premier League career, he achieved a 20-plus G/A, which includes three assists on 22 chances created. However, the striker's bread and butter has always been goal scoring, with this season no different. Wood's 35 shots on target earned him 20 scored, his career best.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal Wood scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Leicester City.

Impact Though it is safe to say Wood's early-season goal-scoring form is gone, the striker has not gone ice cold like he did for about two months between February and April. Wood has two goals across his last four appearances, and his latest scoring effort gives him 20 this season.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Back on scoresheet Wood scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 win versus Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Wood found the back of the net Monday with a header in the 16th minute assisted by Anthony Elanga. He had scored a similar header a few minutes before, but he was slightly offside. It marked his 19th goal of the season -- the fourth most in the league -- but his first in over two months. With massive matches in the FA Cup and the Premier League coming up, Wood will need to be at his best in order for Forest to achieve all it wants to.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Wood heads Nottingham Forest 2-0 in front of Tottenham Hotspur | Premier League

APRIL 21 • YOUTUBE

Forest beats Spurs to move into third and Leeds and Burnley win promotion from the Championship

Nottingham Forest has beaten Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 to move into third place in the Premier League

APRIL 21 • Associated Press

Starts in loss Wood started and failed to take a shot during a 1-0 loss to Everton.

Impact Wood returned from a three-game absence and played the full 90 during a 1-0 loss to Everton. It was a poor showing from the striker, who now hasn't scored in the Premier League since a Feb. 15 loss to Fulham. Wood will hope to get back to his goalscoring ways in the closing stages of the Premier League.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Option once again Wood (hip) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Everton.

Impact Wood is back with the club after his extended absence due to an injury suffered while on international duty, with the forward finding a spot in the starting XI Saturday. He has scored 18 goals in 30 appearances this season and should remain in a starting role.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Late call to face Everton Wood (hip) is a late call for Saturday's match against Everton, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo, per Paul Taylor of The Athletic. "They are struggling with problems - some...

Impact Wood could finally be nearing his return to action after a decent spell on the sidelines due to an injury he picked up with New Zealand, missing the club's past three outings. However, he will still likely be a late call, needing to pass some testing to be given a spot on the team sheet. He is a regular starter, so this would be a huge addition for the club.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined yet again Wood (hip) is out for Saturday's match against Aston Villa.

Impact Wood is still not an option after being assessed, missing out on a huge top-of-the-table clash for Nottingham. This is a tough loss, with the club appearing to have Anthony Elanga take his spot Saturday. He will hope this is his last match missed, with the club set to play again April 12 against Everton.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

To be assessed ahead of Saturday Wood (hip) is to be assessed ahead of Saturday's match against Aston Villa, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo, per Sky Sports.

Impact Wood looks to still be on the same day-to-day regiment that the club's manager provided in an update Wednesday, as the striker is once again to be assessed ahead of Saturday's match. That said, he will likely face a fitness test ahead of the match to decide if he can make the team sheet. He will hope to be fit, although he probably won't see his regular starting spot back immediately after such doubt heading into the contest.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Remains doubtful against Villa Wood (hip) remains a doubt for Saturday's match against Aston Villa as his status will be evaluated daily, coach Nuno Espirito Santo said in a press conference, per the Nottingham...

Impact Wood is improving daily as he recovers from a hip injury suffered on international duty with New Zealand but remains doubtful for Saturday's match against Aston Villa. He will likely be a late decision for that clash with Taiwo Awoniyi expected to replace him again if he is unavailable.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Wood (hip) is out for Tuesday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Wood is not in the team sheet after being a late call for the match, with the forward still feeling too much pain to compete. He will now turn to Saturday's contest against Aston Villa, hoping he can train by then and be fit for the top of the table tilt.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Seeing improvements Wood (hip) is regaining fitness and is a late call for Tuesday's match against Manchester United, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo, per Sarah Clapson of the Nottingham Post...

Impact Wood is working on his fitness and is continuing to see improvements after his injury while on international duty. That said, he will be a late call for Tuesday, most likely needing to pass some fitness tests to be an option. He is a retailer starter, so they will hope he is fit as soon as possible.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Man United Wood (hip) is still dealing with his injury and will be assessed on a day-to-day basis, coach Nuno Espirito Santo said in a press conference, per the Nottingham Post. "Not good. Le...

Impact Wood suffered a significant hip injury during his duty with New Zealand and will be assessed on a day-to-day basis to determine his availability for upcoming fixtures. If he is forced to miss time, Taiwo Awoniyi will continue to replace him as the striker until he fully recovers.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Wood to miss Nottingham Forest's FA Cup quarterfinal after injury on New Zealand duty

Chris Wood will miss Nottingham Forest’s FA Cup quarterfinal against Brighton on Saturday because of a right hip injury while playing for New Zealand in World Cup qualifying this w...

MARCH 27 • Associated Press

Out of FA Cup match Wood (hip) is not an option for Saturday's FA Cup match against Brighton after receiving a second scan, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo, per Sarah Clapson of the Nottingha...

Impact Wood is set for more assessment after picking up a hip issue with New Zealand, as he will go in for secondary testing. This is concerning for the forward, as he is already set to miss Saturday's match and will be unlikely to face Manchester United on Tuesday. He has started in 28 of his 19 appearances this season and has notched 21 goal contributions, so the club will hope he can return soon.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Hoping injury is minor Wood is hoping the knock suffered to his hip with New Zealand is minor, he revealed to RNZ. "That's where the pain is at the moment, I felt it on that side so I'll get it checked o...

Impact The injury doesn't sound like a big deal for Wood, who will get almost a full week to recover prior to Saturday's FA Cup game. If he doesn't push in that contest, allowing Taiwo Awoniyi to start, it's expected Wood would then be closer to 100 percent for Forest's next league game, April 1 against Man United.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury with NZ Wood was forced off in the 54th minute of Monday's 3-0 win against New Caledonia with an apparent thigh injury, according to Oceania Football.

Impact Wood suffered an apparent thigh injury Monday and was forced off ten minutes after halftime. He will likely be assessed upon returning to Nottingham to determine the extent of the injury and if he could be available for Saturday's clash against Brighton. If it is serious, it would be a big blow as he has been having an impressive season with 18 goals in 29 Premier League appearances. If he has to miss time, Taiwo Awoniyi will likely replace him up front until he returns.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Goal drought continues Wood hasn't scored in five matches in all competitions before the international break.

Impact Wood's red-hot goalscoring form has seemingly slowed down, with no goals in five matches. The striker remains the top option in the attack and should continue to lead the line. Wood has 18 goals in 29 appearances (28 starts) in the Premier League.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Wood assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 4-3 loss versus Newcastle United.

Impact Wood saw a goal contribution for a second match in a row Sunday, assisting Callum Hudson-Odoi's goal in the sixth minute. This was only his third assist of the season and he does have 18 goals as well. He now has five goal contributions since the start of February in only four appearances.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Goal scoring form continues Wood scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Fulham.

Impact Wood bullied two Fulham defenders Saturday en route to collecting an arced pass and scoring Nottingham Forest's lone goal in a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Fulham. The goal marked his 18th of the season, the third most in the Premier League. Over his most recent five appearances (four starts), Wood has scored five goals and supplied one assist.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores three goals Wood scored three goals to go with four shots (four on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 7-0 victory over Brighton.

Impact Easily, Saturday is Wood's best performance of the 2024-25 Premier League going into mid-February. For the first time this season, Wood logged more than two goals, meaning he also secured his first hat-trick. The calendar year changing to 2025 has seen Wood's form enhance, with six goals in five EPL appearances since January. This may be Wood's best goal-scoring form this season, and that is impressive considering that he began his current campaign with eight scored in 10 games.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

No shots in defeat by Cherries Wood recorded one tackle (one won) and one clearance in Saturday's 5-0 loss to AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Wood was completely neutralized by Bournemouth's defense Saturday posting his poorest showing of the season. The club's top scorer was unable to place any shots at goal and only won three of the nine duels he engaged in. Hopefully he will get back to demonstrating his recent "white hot" form in Forest's next outing. He has netted four and created two assists from his previous four EPL matches and accrued 14 strikes this season.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Wood signs 2-year contract extension with Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest forward Chris Wood has signed a two-year contract extension to stay with the Premier League club through the 2026-27 season

JANUARY 23 • Associated Press

Signs two-year deal Wood signed a two-year extension with Nottingham Forest, the club announced.

Impact Wood signed a deal to extend his stay with Nottingham Forest by another two years. The striker has been in the form of his life, and unsurprisingly he's been rewarded with a new deal. Wood will remain the focal point of the Forest attack.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

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