The game had a significant importance, as Forest's top-five rivals Aston Villa, Manchester City, and Chelsea had all won their recent league matches. Forest started the game slowly, but almost got a lucky break when a Palace defender's mistake almost led to a goal.

Tyrick Mitchell created the first notable scoring chance for Palace, with a deep cross to the far post that Daniel Munoz volleyed wide. Forest had a big opportunity before halftime, but Anthony Elanga's shot was saved by the goalkeeper.

The game intensified in the second half, with Ismaila Sarr being denied by the goalkeeper just minutes after the restart. Chris Wood had a chance to score from close range, but was blocked by a defender.

VAR was involved in the game, awarding a penalty to Palace after their player was fouled in the box. Eberechi Eze scored the penalty, but Forest responded with a goal of their own, thanks to a deflection off a Palace defender.

The game's final moments were tense, with Palace's Eberechi Eze hitting the crossbar and a substitute's goal being ruled out for offside.

In the end, the draw left Forest two points outside the top-five, while Palace are likely to finish in the bottom half of the Premier League table for the 10th time in 10 seasons.