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Nottingham Forest striker Liam Delap, who scored his first goal since his £50m summer move to the club, has been speaking to BBC Radio Nottingham after helping the Reds secure their first victory at Aston Villa in 32 years.

The 23-year-old's clinical finish - his first competitive goal since January - and Igor Jesus' 88th-minute winner also sealed Oliver Glasner's first win of the season as head coach.

"I'm buzzing," Delap said. "We showed last week and the week before that we can compete with anyone, but we didn't get the points we deserved.

"We showed we knew where to hurt them in the first half, but we actually executed it in the second half by putting all of our strengths together.

"I still think there is probably more to come. We could have even got a few more goals against Aston Villa, but we are really happy with the win."

• Find more from Delap's chat on BBC Sounds here

Jair Cunha was a notable miss for Saturday's trip to Villa Park - and it has since been revealed he is dealing with a minor hamstring injury.

The centre-back, who has carved out a starting position this season, received a first senior call-up to the Brazil national team last week.

"It is a great opportunity for him," said former Reds midfielder Steve Hodge. "He has only played about 50 games in his senior career so far and now he has been called up by Brazil. Hopefully he can get one or two caps and show what he's worth.

"I've always felt that he can pass a ball nicely, he is calm under pressure and he has made a good impression in a quiet way at Nottingham Forest.

"Clearly the Brazil hierarchy want to have a look at him. The Copa America is two years away and the World Cup four years away, so it is a great time for him to go in and make his mark."

Listen to the full discussion by pressing play below or on BBC Sounds here

We asked for your thoughts after Saturday's Premier League game between Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest.

Here are some of your comments:

Villa fans

Rob: Disappointing second-half performance cost us but, based on chances created, Forest deserved their win. That said, a two-footed challenge on Maatsen when both the player's feet were off the ground as he dived in has to be a straight red so I expect we will get another ProRef apology in the coming days, though a point would have been papering over the cracks. Desperate to get to the international break so that Emery can get to work with a full squad, though with two more injured after this one that looks like a distant dream. Poor from Buendia and Tammy - the rest gave their all and our young attacking trio of Mbaye, Manzambi and Alysson gives us hope.

Pammy: Unai will get the time to brainwash the newbies ready to join his 'cult' but they need to learn fast because four games in and it ain't looking good. Crazy to say, but the Spurs game could define our season!

Andy: It's not often that Villa fans criticise Unai - and rightly so... he's been amazing for four seasons. However, many think he's being too conservative and system-based. The subs and timing of them were a bit baffling against Forest - manager's error of judgement maybe. Go on Unai... take us on a crazy winning streak (again), the bad start to the season will be forgotten (again) and people will stop doubting (AGAIN)!

Chay: I feel Emery needs to start all of the new signings at this point. It's clear that the half that stayed from last season are not up to it any more and we need to freshen up our tactics to compensate this.

Forest fans

Daniel: Superb away performance from Forest, especially in the second half. Oli G's tactics suit our players, especially with Delap up top being a real menace. The goal he scored was top drawer - reminds me of a certain Stan Colllymore!

Luke: That's as good a performance as I've seen from Forest in a very long time. It's encouraging to see the Glasner blueprint coming together, and all the summer signings played a big part in this win. Still very early days but this is a great platform to build from.

Simon: Confidence in the new style of play is building. We've lost Elliot Anderson but ended up with an all-round stronger squad. I mischievously suggested Forest could make the top four - but I'm actually only half joking.

Kris: A win at Villa is as rare as an eclipse and to see it happen in such convincing fashion was better still. Schlager and McAtee were sublime, Diomande an absolute rock and Munoz has started to show why we paid £22m for a 30-year-old. Saturday was about Delap, though - what a finish and his all-round play was too much for Villa to handle.

Whether you were at the game or following from elsewhere, we want to know what you learned.

Have your say on Aston Villa's performance

What did you make of Nottingham Forest's display?

Reaction and analysis to follow - and come back on Monday for a selection of your replies.

Nick Mashiter
Football reporter

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What does Oliver Glasner have over Unai Emery?

After eight games since Glasner arrived at Crystal Palace in February 2024, Emery is still winless against the Austrian.

Glasner's Palace won 3-0 at Villa Park at the start of last season, and while the scoreline was closer this time, again the visitors deserved their victory.

After the draws against Liverpool and Tottenham, Forest's Glasner is getting to grips with his squad and a first win of the campaign will breathe further confidence into the squad.

Nottingham Forest boss Oliver Glasner, speaking to BBC Match of the Day: "I'm really proud of the team's performance and the spirit they showed. We did better after 10 or 15 minutes but we were a little bit impatient in the final third.

"We were too impatient and eager. It was a little bit up and down. In the second half we moved the ball quicker and switched from left to right and we saw the confidence grow.

"Liam Delap's hit didn't surprise me because I see it in training. That's what a striker should do. I feel this goal gave him a lot of confidence because he was a lot more present. It was a top team performance."

Nottingham Forest striker Igor Jesus, who scored the 88th-minute winner: "It's our first win in the Premier League this season and we know how important it is for us. It's very important for us and we need to keep it going. I just want to say thank you to everyone who came to support us today."

Did you know?

• Four of Liam Delap's 14 Premier League goals have come against Aston Villa, his most against a single opponent in the competition.

• Morgan Gibbs-White has either scored or assisted in each of his last eight Premier League away appearances (six goals, four assists).

Listen to more from Glasner on BBC Sounds