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Allows one against West Ham Sels made three saves and allowed one goal in Tuesday's 2-1 win versus West Ham United.

Impact Sels was back on the team sheet from the bench for the past few games but finally would earn the starting role back after an injury to John. He would do well to stop three shots and nearly hold a clean sheet, only having been beaten by an own goal. He will next face Arsenal in league action on Jan. 17, unlikely to pick up his third clean sheet of the season then.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Returns on bench Sels (groin) is on the bench for Monday's trip to Fulham.

Impact Sels is back in the squad, as expected, but surprisingly is only on the bench. Prior to missing two matches due to the groin issue Sels had been the unquestioned top choice, but it appears John could be getting a run in the first team even when Sels back fit, or Sels may not be back totally healthy.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Impact Sels didn't play against the Spurs as a precautionary move to avoid any major setbacks while he recovers from a groin injury. The fact that he's been involved in training throughout the week suggests he has a good chance of returning Monday. If that's the case, he's expected to jump straight away into the starting lineup.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could return against Fulham Sels (groin) could return in Monday's clash against Fulham since his absence in Sunday's 3-0 win against Tottenham was likely a precaution to avoid any major setback, coach Sean Dy...

Impact Sels has been dealing with a groin injury and missed Sunday's clash against the Spurs as a precaution to avoid any major setback. The goalkeeper could return in Monday's clash against Fulham if nothing happens ahead of the game, since coach Sean Dyche already said he has more chance to play since he didn't feature on Sunday. That said, if he had to miss another game, John would be the one starting between the posts.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Spurs Sels (groin) is out for Sunday's match against Tottenham.

Impact Sels is not in the team shee Sunday and has hit the sidelines due to a tight groin this weekend, a rough loss for the club as they are without their regular starter at goalie. He will now focus on next week for a return, although that is up in the air. That said, he is replaced by John, his likely replacement until ready for a return.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with tight groin Sels is dealing with a tight groin and won't play in Thursday's clash against Utrecht as a precaution, coach Sean Dyche said in a press conference, according to Jak Netting from Va...

Impact Sels is currently dealing with a tight groin and won't be playing midweek against Utrecht since the staff decided to let him rest as a precaution. Sels isn't a doubt for Sunday's clash against Tottenham and has mainly been a bench option in the Europa League since the start of the campaign, but his groin issue will have to be monitored to avoid any more important setback for the goalie. That said, if he had to miss some time, John will be the one starting between the posts for Forest.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three in loss Sels recorded three saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against Everton.

Impact Sels made three saves in Saturday's large defeat against Everton, including a strong parry from a bouncing Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall drive in the first half. He could do little on the opener, which deflected off Nikola Milenkovic from close range, or on Thierno Barry's clean finish at the end of a three-on-one break. The scoreline looks harsh on a keeper who repeatedly kept Forest from a heavier loss. Sels conceded five goals in the last three games and will look to rebound against Tottenham on Sunday.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records clean sheet in win Sels had one save and secured a clean sheet in Wednesday's 1-0 win against Wolverhampton.

Impact Sels was forced to repel just one Wolverhampton shot on goal Wednesday as Nottingham Forest edged-past the home side for a 1-0 victory. Across his last five starting appearances, the veteran keeper has produced 13 saves and four clearances while conceding an average of one goal per appearance and recording two clean sheets. Sels will look to continue his positive run of form Saturday when Nottingham Forest travel for an away tussle at Everton.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two in defeat Sels made three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Brighton.

Impact Sels pulled off one of the game's key moments early in the second half with a stunning double save, first parrying Diego Gomez's effort before springing up to deny Ferdi Kadioglu from close range. He had already stopped Yankuba Minteh in a one-on-one during Brighton's fast start and generally kept the deficit at a single goal while Forest chased an equaliser. The second goal only came after a late defensive mix-up between him and Morato, leaving him helpless as Stefanos Tzimas scored. Sels made three saves on Sunday, raising his total to 43 in 13 Premier League appearances this campaign. He will look to show a better figure against Wolves on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves for win Sels recorded three saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 3-0 win against Liverpool.

Impact Sels only had to make three saves to earn a surprise clean sheet at Anfield during Saturday's rout. The goalkeeper wasn't overly tested at any point throughout the match and earned a clean sheet in one of the toughest stadiums on the calendar. Sels has plenty of upside moving forward, especially with Nottingham Forest seemingly figuring out their early season woes.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in win Sels made two saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 3-1 win against Leeds United.

Impact Sels was alert to gather an Ethan Ampadu long throw that skipped through the box early on. In the 77th minute, he parried Daniel James' curling effort as Leeds United pushed to equalize. He stayed composed on late crosses to protect the lead but still has to find his first shutout of the season for Forest. Sels will look to earn his first clean sheet of the campaign against Liverpool after the break on Nov. 22.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Four saves in draw Sels made four saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Manchester United.

Impact Sels repelled four of six Manchester United shots on target Saturday as Nottingham Forest conceded late in a 2-2 draw. In three starting appearances under new gaffer Sean Dyche, the veteran keeper has produced eight saves and four clearances while allowing four goals and recording one clean sheet. Sels is likely to be in net Sunday when Nottingham Forest resume league play versus Leeds United.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal wins again to extend lead in the Premier League. Liverpool wins and Man United salvages draw

Arsenal extended its lead at the top of the Premier League to seven points after a 2-0 win against Burnley

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Concedes two in loss Sels had three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 defeat to AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Sels endured a difficult outing in the 0-2 loss Sunday at AFC Bournemouth. He conceded a freak "Olympico" corner swing for the opener from Marcus Tavernier, which he should have saved, and was then beaten again 15 minutes later as Bournemouth's momentum and confidence surged. The regular starter is not having a distinguishing season, he is yet to post a clean sheet and will struggle to improve upon that in Forest's next against a resurgent Manchester United.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three goals allowed Sels made three saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Sels let in three goals while making just three saves during the loss to Chelsea. He's struggled for effective results after eight matches played, letting in 15 goals with just 28 saves, failing to keep a clean sheet.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records seven saves Sels registered seven saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Newcastle United.

Impact Even with multiple goals conceded, Sels can take a little pride in that he faced a tough Newcastle team that logged almost double-digit shots on target and still saved more than 75 percent of them. After the international break, Nottingham Forest's team hosts Chelsea on Oct. 18.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in 1-0 loss Sels registered two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Sunderland.

Impact Sels made two saves but failed to keep out the Alderete header, which was the only goal of the game. Having kept 13 clean sheets last season, Sels is still waiting to keep a clean sheet in six games in the Premier League and one in the Europa League.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

One goal conceded, four saves Sels had four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Burnley.

Impact Considering that Sels' previous two appearances both include three goals conceded, him allowing only one Saturday is an improvement. In the three appearances, he logged more than three saves twice, recording 11 total. In the Premier League, up next for Forest is Sunderland at home on Sept. 27.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three goals Sels recorded two saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 loss versus Arsenal.

Impact Sels did well to only concede once in the first half, but Arsenal's second goal appeared to break Nottingham Forest's will to a certain extent. Luckily for Sels, he should have less trouble against Burnley next week. The side has scored just four goals in four EPL matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Five saves in defeat Sels registered five saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-0 defeat versus West Ham United.

Impact Sels made five saves, including tipping Lucas Paqueta's shot over in the first half and clawing away Callum Wilson's fourth effort on target before the late goals. Despite his work, Sels conceded three goals on Sunday, one more than in his first two games of the season when he conceded once in each. Forest's keeper was the busier of the two on a frustrating afternoon and will look for his first clean sheet of the season against Arsenal after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves in 1-1 draw Sels recorded three saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Crystal Palace. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 53rd minute.

Impact Sels conceded for the second game in a row to start the season and has made five saves across the two matches. Last season he kept 13 clean sheets and will aim to balance European football this season for the first time since his time at Anderlecht when Nottingham Forest take to the Europa League.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in 3-1 victory Sels recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 3-1 victory versus Brentford.

Impact Sels made two saves to start his season well, but conceded from an Igor Thiago penalty. Last season, he shared the Golden Glove with 13 clean sheets, conceding 46 goals across the 38 games and making 120 saves.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs new contract Sels has signed a new contract with Nottingham Forest, according to his club.

Impact Sels is seeing a new contract after his career season, with the goalie inking a deal through 2027. He shared the Premier League Golden Glove last campaign, notching 13 clean sheets, 46 goals allowed and 120 saves in 38 appearances. He seems unlikely to give this spot up anytime soon, probable to hold the role until his contract is over.

JULY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shares honor for Golden Glove Sels recorded one save and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Chelsea.

Impact Going into this weekend, both Sels and fellow goalkeeper David Raya led the 2024-25 Premier League season in clean sheets. Both failed to maintain one Sunday, meaning both will share Golden Glove honors. Sels logged 13 clean sheets, which is impressive for a 33-year-old GK without multiple seasons of EPL experience and considering the Nottingham team going into this campaign. Along with 46 goals conceded, he also recorded 120 saves, which less than five Premier League goalkeepers registered.

MAY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Crucial saves secure victory Sels recorded four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win versus West Ham United.

Impact Sels made four key saves to preserve Nottingham Forest's 2-1 win over West Ham. He notably denied Tomas Soucek's early header and made a vital stop against Niclas Fullkrug during extended stoppage time. Sels' performance was instrumental in keeping Forest's Champions League hopes alive. He will aim to keep that form against Chelsea on Sunday in a crucial match to secure a spot in the Queen competition for next season.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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