Nigerian defender, Ola Aina scored for Nottingham Forest for the first time in almost a year following his sides 3-0 win over West Ham United on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Nigeria international sealed the win with a breathtaking left-footed strike from 18 yards, 12 minutes from time, leaving the West Ham goalkeeper helpless.

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Aina's goal, his first in the Premier League this season, capped an impressive display from Nuno Espirito Santo's side.

Chris Wood and Callum Hudson-Odoi also found the net for Forest, who moved up to 19 points from 10 matches.

Aina was later substituted in the 89th minute while his compatriot, Taiwo Awoniyi, made a late appearance, replacing Wood with 11 minutes remaining.

Following their victory over West Ham United, Nottingham Forest equalled a 25-year-old record, as they won three games on the spin in the Premier League for the first time since May 1999.

The win propels Nottingham Forest up to this position on the Premier League standings.

By Olujimi Dare Ogun

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