Overview

• Newcastle United's poor performance continues with a loss to Nottingham Forest, marking their fifth loss in the last seven games in all competitions.
• Chris Wood, a former Newcastle player, scored a hat trick for Nottingham Forest, contributing significantly to their victory.
• Newcastle's defensive frailties have been exposed, with their home form no longer as dominant as it was earlier in the season.
• Newcastle's manager, Eddie Howe, admits to an 'uncomfortable feeling' overseeing the team's difficult patch.
• Newcastle's January transfer window is seen as a crucial opportunity to strengthen the team and turn their season around.