Morgan Gibbs-White
NFOEngland
Right
Jan 27, 2000
26
5'7"
146 lb
AM
LW
Creative Playmaker
ForestOut against Newcastle United
Gibbs-White (face) is ruled out for Sunday's clash against Newcastle United.
Analysis: Gibbs-White has been unable to earn a place in the squad for Sunday's clash against Newcastle United despite appearing on the bench in Thursday's UEL loss, with the facial wounds continuing to prove too significant to play through as the club maintains its cautious approach to his return. Dilane Bakwa starts in his place, with the coaching staff in no rush to reintegrate their midfielder into the matchday squad given the obvious concerns surrounding the nature of his injury. Whether he sees any further action this season remains highly uncertain, with his situation to be assessed on a day-to-day basis as the campaign enters its final stages.
Return this season unlikely
Gibbs-White (face) is unlikely to return this season as his status remains up in the air, according to manager Vitor Pereira, per Sarah Clapson of the Nottingham Post. "I cannot answer because I don't know. I don't know about Morgan."
Analysis: Gibbs-White was included on the bench for Thursday's UEL loss but is still in doubt to return this campaign, as the midfielder's facial wounds appear to be too much to play through. That said, it appears his club doesn't want to rush him back for obvious reasons, leaving his participation in limbo. It does appear that he could be in the squad the next few games via the bench, although the club has made it clear a return this season remains in heavy question
Remains on bench Thursday
Gibbs-White (head) was an unused substitute during Thursday's UEFA Europa League loss to Aston Villa.
Analysis: Gibbs-White was available despite the big wound he sustained during the previous clash against Chelsea, but the team didn't dare give him any playing time even with the scoring deficit. The No. 10 should return to the field later in the final stretch of the EPL season, looking to be favored over James McAtee or Nicolas Dominguez. Prior to the issue, Gibbs-White was in excellent form with five goals and two assists over his latest five matches played in all competitions.
Late fitness call Thursday
Gibbs-White (head) faces a late fitness test ahead of Thursday's Europa League semifinal second leg against Aston Villa, with a final decision to be made between the player and the medical department, according to coach Vitor Pereira. "We will see tomorrow if he is able to play or not. It is a decision between the player and the medical department, we will have a last meeting to decide. Of course we have a plan for with him and without him."
Analysis: Gibbs-White suffered a cut to his head in the previous match, with a concussion having already been ruled out, providing some relief for Nottingham Forest heading into a high-stakes European fixture. The attacking midfielder is the club's primary creative force in the final third, making his availability one of the more closely watched developments ahead of Thursday's clash. Nicolas Dominguez and Dilane Bakwa remain the most likely options to step in should Gibbs-White be unable to pass the fitness test. Manager Vitor Pereira's comments suggest the club has contingency plans in place regardless of the outcome of the late assessment.
Off after collision
Gibbs-White was taken off the field in the 66th minute of Monday's match against Chelsea due to a head injury, about which coach Vitor Pereira said "I don't think the issue is concussion, he has a deep cut. But he is a fighter and I know he wants to play for sure. He's in pain at the moment but I believe we will hopefully have Morgan in the next game, but let's see".
Analysis: Gibbs-White looked to be in jeopardy of missing Thursday's UEL match against Aston Villa, as the attacker suffered what looked to be a concussion. However, this has already been ruled out, as he is instead just dealing with a cut on his head. This will still leave some questions heading into Thursday's match, as his absence would be a major loss as they lose their main source of attack in the final third, leaving Nicolas Dominguez and Dilane Bakwa as possible replacements if he does miss some time.
Goal, assist during rout
Gibbs-White scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Friday's 5-0 victory against Sunderland.
Analysis: Gibbs-White scored and assisted during Friday's rout of Sunderland. The forward was in on the goalscoring fun throughout as Forest put together one of their best performances of the season. With a brutally difficult end to the season on the horizon, this is an important showing for Gibbs-White to build from.
Nets first career hat trick
Gibbs-White scored three goals to go with five shots (three on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 4-1 victory against Burnley.
Analysis: Gibbs-White has been at the heart of his side's most important moments in recent weeks, first securing Europa League semi-final qualification with a winning goal before following it up with a second half hat-trick completed within 15 minutes, his first in senior football. The timing could not have been more significant, with the club battling to avoid relegation. The midfielder has now scored six goals in his last six league games, taking 16 shots across that run.
Scores Sunday
Gibbs-White scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 win against Tottenham Hotspur.
Analysis: Gibbs-White took a single shot, put it on goal, and put it in the back of the net during Sunday's clash. He made the most of his limited chances to add to the goalscoring fun. Gibbs-White was excellent on limited volume Sunday, though without more volume it's hard to trust him as a consistent option, despite 11 goal contributions this season.
Back-to-back games with goal
Gibbs-White scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Manchester City.
Analysis: Gibbs-White would see an early opportunity to level the game be squandered by himself, but would recover just a bit later, scoring off an Igor Jesus assist in the 56th minute. This comes after he scored a goal last time out as well, now with three goals in his past five appearances. He is up to 10 goal contributions on the season with his goal Wednesday, still five less than last year's tally.
Scores in away defeat
Gibbs-White scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Brighton.
Analysis: Gibbs-White scored his seventh goal of the Premier League season and has also scored two in the Europa League this season. He took three shots and created three chances, his fifth Premier League game in a row where he has created two or more chances. This was also the 12th game in all competitions where he has attempted at least three shots.
Massively creative
Gibbs-White had two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and four chances created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Liverpool. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 20th minute.
Analysis: Gibbs-White was shut out during Sunday's clash but it wasn't for lack of trying. He took a pair of poor shots and created four shots during the loss. Gibbs-White was an offensive dynamo throughout the match, but the team around him just couldn't make anything of the chances he created in the final third.
Five chances created in draw
Gibbs-White recorded five shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and five chances created in Wednesday's 0-0 draw versus Wolverhampton.
Analysis: Gibbs-White came inches from cracking the deadlock when he met Elliot Anderson's teasing cross but steered his header wide from point-blank range. He remained a constant presence between the lines, drifting into soft pockets that kept Forest piling on pressure and sustaining wave after wave of attacks. The midfielder posted season highs with five chances created and five shots, yet none found the net as Forest somehow fired 35 shots and still walked away without a goal.
Opens the scoring early
Gibbs-White scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal) and creating three chances during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Gibbs-White opened the scoring after just five minutes while leading Forest in shots and chances created during the draw. The goal was the first in the league since January 6th as the attacker has combined for five shots, five chances created and three crosses over his last three league starts.
Assists in win vs. Brentford
Gibbs-White assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Brentford.
Analysis: Gibbs-White was credited with the assist in Taiwo Awoniyi's goal since his through ball allowed the Nigerian striker to go clean through on goal, but it was far from a game-changing pass. Gibbs-White has two goals and one assist in his last four EPL starts, and he should remain a key cog on offense for the Trick Trees.
Nets game-winning goal
Gibbs-White scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 2-1 win over West Ham United.
Analysis: Gibbs-White would have the clutch factor in Tuesday's win, as the midfielder would score a goal in the 89th minute to win just at the match closed. This gives the midfielder a consecutive game with a goal, also scoring last time out against Aston Villa. He is now up to five goals in 21 appearances this season, with six goal contributions to his name.
Nets one in loss
Gibbs-White scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Aston Villa.
Analysis: Gibbs-White logged his fourth goal of the season and first in eight league outings. This also marked the fourth time in five games that he logged at least two shots, and he is up to 11 shots and four on target through that span.
Starting in frontline
Gibbs-White (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Everton.
Analysis: Gibbs-White is returning to a starting role in the frontline for Saturday's clash against the Toffees after recovering from a minor blow. He remains a central figure for the squad even though he has not scored or assisted in his last two matches. The staff will still monitor his workload during this busy period to avoid the risk of his minor issue turning into something more serious.
Expected to be fit Saturday
Gibbs-White is dealing with a minor blow about which coach Sean Dyche mentioned "I think he's OK. There are a few knocks at the minute because we are playing a lot of games. I don't think it's anything serious or it's certainly not been reported as serious.", Katie Stafford of BBC Sport reports.
Analysis: Gibbs-White will likely stay active in an attacking midfield role unless he's rested during the busy period to prevent a more serious injury. Despite failing to score or assist in two consecutive matches, he's a key contributor for the team, having tallied four goals and three assists across 18 games considering all competitions this season.
Starting Wednesday
Gibbs-White (back) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Wolves.
Analysis: Gibbs-White is not missing any time as expected after his injury was only deemed a knock, with the midfielder an option Wednesday. He will hope to remain fit after battling some injuries heading into their past two games, as he is their typical starter and playmaker in the midfield.
Injury deemed knock, should play
Gibbs-White (back) is expected to play Wednesday against Wolves, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting of Vavel. "Morgan came off with a knock, but we're expecting him to be ready for selection tomorrow."
Analysis: Gibbs-White would leave the field late into Sunday's outing but looks to have avoided any further injury, with a stiff back and a knock being the reason for his exit. That said, the club should have their main midfielder as an option for Wednesday's match, just needing to make sure he can pass some testing. If an option, he shouldn't miss a start, their lead playmaker in the attack when fit.
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