In the latest edition of The Debrief, a Sky Sports column that combines data analysis with expert opinion, Adam Bate sheds light on the most compelling stories from recent Premier League matches. This week's focus is on Morgan Gibbs-White, the Nottingham Forest player who has been making waves with his exceptional form. As of 2026, Gibbs-White has scored the most Premier League goals, with seven of them coming since the start of March - a feat that surpasses any other player in the competition. His remarkable resurgence was highlighted by a hat-trick against Burnley and another in the 5-0 thrashing of Sunderland.
These goals have not only propelled Forest away from the relegation zone but have also brought Gibbs-White into the spotlight for a potential spot in the World Cup this summer. A significant transformation, considering his form had taken a dip earlier in the season.
Under Vitor Pereira, Gibbs-White has been playing further forward, which has allowed him to make his signature driving runs, resulting in more chances and a higher expected-goals tally than ever before. A tactical adjustment at half-time during the Burnley match, where Gibbs-White was deployed in a new role, has been instrumental in his success, giving him more space to operate.
Pereira praised Gibbs-White, saying, 'He understands the game, he has the spirit.' The player's willingness to take responsibility and his desire to score and assist have been pivotal in Forest's recent performances. The return of Ibrahim Sangare from the Africa Cup of Nations has also been crucial, as Forest have won just one Premier League game without him in the starting lineup. Meanwhile, Antonin Kinsky, Tottenham's 23-year-old Czech goalkeeper, has been making headlines with his crucial stoppage-time save against Wolves, securing Spurs' first Premier League win of 2026. Kinsky's distribution skills and decisiveness have been impressive, and his performance is a testament to his talent and potential.
Another Czech international, Tomas Soucek, has been making waves with West Ham, scoring 41 Premier League goals for the club and producing a spectacular goal-line clearance to secure a win over Everton. Soucek's ability to engineer space inside the penalty box and his longevity have made him a vital player for West Ham, who have been turning their fortunes around since his introduction into the starting lineup.