Nottingham Forest can confirm that an agreement has been reached with Manchester City for the transfer of Elliot Anderson.
The necessary formalities will be completed in due course, allowing Elliot's full focus to remain on representing England at the FIFA World Cup.
The Club will pay tribute to Elliot's outstanding contribution over the past two seasons at the appropriate time.
Until then, everyone at Nottingham Forest wishes Elliot and the England squad every success for the remainder of the tournament.
Every time England step onto the pitch in a World Cup, the country gears up for ninety minutes of hope, tension and national pride. But away from the stadiums and fan zones, another pattern plays out, one that’s far less celebrated and far more predictable.
Domestic violence rises when England play. It rises when they win, when they lose, and even when they draw. The data is consistent across multiple tournaments and multiple police forces. Abuse increases by more than a third when England lose. It still rises by over a quarter when they win. Alcohol‑related abuse jumps sharply. The day after a match, the risk remains elevated. Some forces report their busiest domestic abuse days of the entire year during England fixtures. NHS services see more injuries linked to domestic abuse during tournaments. None of this is new, and none of it is accidental.
Football doesn’t cause abuse. Abusers cause abuse. But the World Cup amplifies the risk. Heightened emotions, alcohol, gambling stress and late‑night fixtures all combine to create a pressure point that victims feel long after the final whistle.
For those of us working in healthcare, safeguarding, policing, education or community support, this is a warning. A reminder that preparation matters.
If you or someone you know is affected, support is available. The National Domestic Abuse Helpline is open 24/7 on 0808 2000 247. Men can contact the Men’s Advice Line on 0808 8010 327 or the ManKind Initiative on 01823 334244. LGBTQ+ victims can reach Galop on 0800 999 5428. Childline is available for young people on 0800 1111.
The World Cup is a celebration for many. For others, it’s a danger period.
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We believe no fan should have to carry their struggles in silence. Being part of the Forest family means looking out for one another beyond the 90 minutes.
This weekend, as we support the Premier League’s #InsideMatters campaign, we want to remind you that our Tricky to Talk mental health hubs are here for you. Whether it’s through our monthly face-to-face sessions or by signposting to support networks, we provide a safe, informal space to talk, listen, and connect.
It doesn't have to be tricky to talk. ❤️🌳
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