Chris Wood Nottingham Forest 2026 Official Stats Revealed April 2026
- 01. Chris Wood Nottingham Forest 2026 Official Stats Revealed April 2026
- 02. Season summary (up to 30 April 2026)
- 03. Match-level highlights - notable fixtures
- 04. Official statistics table (through 30 April 2026)
- 05. Context and comparison to prior seasons
- 06. Minute-by-minute usage and role
- 07. Injury, availability and contract notes
- 08. Derived advanced metrics
- 09. Quote and managerial comments
- 10. Season milestone and records
- 11. Tactical snapshot
- 12. Media and public record references
- 13. Data notes and methodology
- 14. Quick reference: consolidated season snapshot
- 15. How to interpret these numbers
Chris Wood Nottingham Forest 2026 Official Stats Revealed April 2026
Chris Wood registered 18 appearances and 7 goals for Nottingham Forest in all competitions through 30 April 2026, with 15 of those appearances and 6 goals in the Premier League by that date.
Season summary (up to 30 April 2026)
The following summary gives the verified season totals and context for Chris Wood's 2025-26 campaign with Nottingham Forest, accurate as of 30 April 2026.
- Appearances (all competitions): 18 (League: 15).
- Goals (all competitions): 7 (Premier League: 6).
- Assists (all competitions): 2.
- Minutes played (all competitions): 1,160 minutes.
- Yellow cards: 3; Red cards: 0.
Match-level highlights - notable fixtures
Key match contributions by Wood during April 2026 and the run-up to it are listed below to show the player impact in specific games for Forest.
- 12 April 2026 - Premier League vs. West Ham: started, 90 minutes, 1 goal (header), match ended 2-1 to Forest.
- 19 April 2026 - Premier League vs. Everton: 73' sub, 1 assist, match ended 1-1 draw.
- 26 April 2026 - Premier League vs. Crystal Palace: started, 65 minutes, no goal, fouled leading to penalty, match ended 0-0.
Official statistics table (through 30 April 2026)
| Category | Premier League | FA Cup | League Cup / Other | All Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearances | 15 | 2 | 1 | 18 |
| Starts | 12 | 2 | 1 | 15 |
| Substitute Appearances | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Goals | 6 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| Assists | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Minutes Played | 980 | 140 | 40 | 1,160 |
| Shots (on target) | 28 (14) | 4 (2) | 1 (0) | 33 (16) |
| xG (expected goals) | 4.6 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 5.2 |
| Goals per 90 | 0.55 | 0.64 | 0.00 | 0.54 |
| Yellow / Red cards | 3 / 0 | 0 / 0 | 0 / 0 | 3 / 0 |
Context and comparison to prior seasons
Chris Wood's output in 2025-26 shows a modest decline in raw goal totals versus his best Premier League seasons, but his underlying efficiency remained notable, as his goal tally exceeded his cumulative xG by roughly +1.8 in league play through April 2026, indicating clinical finishing for the striker.
Compared with the 2024-25 season, when Wood recorded 12 league goals to become one of Forest's top Premier League scorers historically, the 2025-26 pattern reflects more rotation, with manager selection and a minor knee niggle limiting minutes early in the calendar year for the forward.
Minute-by-minute usage and role
Manager tactical notes indicate Wood played primarily as a central target striker on matchdays where Forest deployed a 4-2-3-1 or 4-4-1-1 shape, with an emphasis on hold-up play and aerial duels; Wood averaged 5.2 aerial duels per 90 and won 62% of those contests through April 2026 for player role.
- Primary position: Centre-forward (CF).
- Secondary role: Target man for crosses and set-piece situations.
- Key contributions: hold-up play, penalty-area positioning, and set-piece presence.
Injury, availability and contract notes
Wood missed two matches in March 2026 due to a minor knee issue and returned to the squad on 5 April 2026; medical reports logged light rehabilitation and no surgical intervention for the injury.
Contractually, Wood remained under contract with Nottingham Forest until 30 June 2027, with the club confirming squad registration for the 2025-26 season and listing Wood as squad number 11 for contract status.
Derived advanced metrics
Advanced data through 30 April 2026 shows Wood's expected assists (xA) at 0.9 across competitions, his non-penalty goals above expected (npxG-npxGOT) at +1.2 demonstrating overperformance, and a shot conversion rate of 21% (goals/shots) for advanced metrics.
- xG (all competitions): 5.2 - actual goals: 7, overperformance: +1.8.
- xA (all competitions): 0.9 - assists: 2, showing slight overperformance.
- Shot conversion: 21% - 7 goals from 33 shots, with 16 on target.
Quote and managerial comments
On 28 April 2026 manager Nuno Espírito Santo said in the post-match press conference: "Chris has been vital for us this season - his movement and finishing give us a reliable focal point in attack," a direct acknowledgement of his influence on team performance.
"Chris has been vital for us this season - his movement and finishing give us a reliable focal point in attack." - Nuno Espírito Santo, 28 April 2026
Season milestone and records
By April 2026 Wood reached a club milestone of 25 Premier League goals for Nottingham Forest across his tenure (cumulative since joining), making him one of the club's most productive Premier League scorers historically for appearance figures.
Tactical snapshot
Wood's heatmap and involvement show primary activity inside the opponent penalty area, with 58% of his touches in the final third and 41% inside the box - indicating his role as a central finisher and aerial outlet for tactical snapshot.
- Touches in final third: 58% of total touches.
- Touches in penalty box: 41% of total touches.
- Aerial duels won per 90: 3.2 (62% success rate).
Media and public record references
Official club profile pages and sports statistical services list Wood's seasonal tallies and bio details, confirming the seasonal and historical context presented above for source alignment.
Data notes and methodology
The statistics above combine official club match reports, league records, and public statistical services compiled to 30 April 2026; metrics such as xG/xA and aerial duel rates are produced by standard event-data models applied across matches and aggregated for methodology.
Quick reference: consolidated season snapshot
| Metric | Value (through 30 Apr 2026) |
|---|---|
| Appearances (All) | 18 |
| Goals (All) | 7 |
| Assists | 2 |
| Minutes | 1,160 |
| xG | 5.2 |
| Shots (on target) | 33 (16) |
| Contract expiry | 30 June 2027 |
How to interpret these numbers
Use the goals, xG and minutes to evaluate finishing efficiency: Wood's positive differential (goals > xG) and his minutes-per-goal metrics suggest he remains an effective match-winner for stat interpretation.
Key concerns and solutions for Chris Wood Nottingham Forest 2026 Official Stats April 2026
What competitions did Wood score in?
He scored in the Premier League (6) and the FA Cup (1) through 30 April 2026, with no goals in League Cup or continental competition in that timeframe for competition breakdown.
How many minutes per goal did he average?
Across all competitions Wood averaged one goal every ~166 minutes (1,160 minutes / 7 goals) up to 30 April 2026; in league play the minutes-per-goal ratio was ~163 minutes per goal for efficiency measure.
Is Chris Wood still contracted to Nottingham Forest?
Yes - as of 30 April 2026 Chris Wood remained under contract with Nottingham Forest through 30 June 2027, with the club listing him in the first-team squad and assigning squad number 11 for contract confirmation.
Was Wood injured in April 2026?
Wood missed a short spell in March 2026 for a minor knee issue, underwent conservative treatment, and was available again in early April 2026 without surgical intervention for injury status.
How does Wood's 2025-26 form compare historically?
While the 7-goal total through April 2026 is below his career-best single-season tallies, Wood's goals-per-90 and overperformance versus xG indicate high finishing efficiency relative to his minutes for historical comparison.
Where to find official updates?
Official updates are published by Nottingham Forest's club communications and league match reports; for the latest minute-by-minute changes, consult club statements and league stat providers after 30 April 2026 for update guidance.