Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal: Betting Odds, Line-ups, Predictions & Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal in the Premier League. Key stats, predictions, and lineups for the 19:30 GMT match.

• Fixture: Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal
• Date: 26-Feb-2025 
• Kick-off: 19:30 
• Venue: The City Ground, Nottingham 
  

Nottingham Forest have experienced a mixed bag of results recently, with two wins and three losses in their last five league outings. Their most notable victory was a 7-0 thrashing of Brighton, showcasing their attacking prowess. However, defensive frailties were exposed in a 5-0 defeat to Bournemouth. 

• Newcastle 4-3 Nott'm Forest 
• Fulham 2-1 Nott'm Forest 
• Nott'm Forest 7-0 Brighton 
• Bournemouth 5-0 Nott'm Forest 
• Nott'm Forest 3-2 Southampton 
  

Arsenal have been in solid form, securing three wins, one draw, and one loss in their last five matches. Their recent 5-1 victory over Manchester City highlights their attacking capabilities, although a 1-0 loss to West Ham suggests they can be vulnerable in defence. 

• Arsenal 0-1 West Ham 
• Leicester 0-2 Arsenal 
• Arsenal 5-1 Man City 
• Wolves 0-1 Arsenal 
• Arsenal 2-2 Aston Villa 
  

Forest's strength lies in their attacking unit, led by Chris Wood, while their defence remains a concern. Arsenal boasts a quality squad, but their attacking options have been decimated due to injuries.

In the last five encounters, Arsenal have dominated with four wins, while Forest managed a solitary victory. Arsenal's recent 3-0 win at the Emirates in November 2024 underlines their superiority in this fixture.

• Arsenal 3-0 Nott'm Forest 
• Nott'm Forest 1-2 Arsenal 
• Arsenal 2-1 Nott'm Forest
• Nott'm Forest 1-0 Arsenal 
• Arsenal 5-0 Nott'm Forest 
  

Arsenal are dealing with several key injuries, including Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, and Gabriel Martinelli, which will impact their attacking options. 

• Bukayo Saka (Hamstring) 
• Takehiro Tomiyasu (Knee) 
• Gabriel Jesus (Knee) 
• Gabriel Martinelli (Hamstring) 
• Kai Havertz (Hamstring)
• Myles Lewis Skelly (Suspended)

Forest’s only jury concern is goalkeeper Carlos Miguel, who is a doubt due to a hamstring injury. The Brazilian probably wouldn’t have featured anyway if fit.

• Carlos Miguel (Hamstring)  
  
  

Nott'm Forest (4-2-3-1): Sels; Williams, Milenkovic, Murillo, Aina; Anderson, Domínguez; Elanga, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Wood.

Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Partey, Ødegaard, Rice; Trossard, Nwaneri, Merino

Forest will likely focus on exploiting Arsenal's defensive gaps with quick transitions, while Arsenal will aim to control possession and utilise their midfield creativity.

• Chris Wood vs. William Saliba: Wood's physical presence will test Saliba's defensive mettle. 
• Morgan Gibbs-White vs. Declan Rice: A midfield battle that could dictate the game's tempo. 
• Anthony Elanga vs. Jurrien Timber: Elanga's pace against Timber's defensive acumen will be crucial.
  

Expect a competitive match with Arsenal likely to dominate possession. Forest will aim to hit on the counter, leveraging their pace upfront. Arsenal's injury woes might level the playing field, but their quality should see them edge a narrow victory. 

Prediction: Nott'm Forest 1-2 Arsenal

Nottingham Forest's 7-0 victory over Brighton was their biggest-ever win in the Premier League, showcasing their potential to surprise on their day.

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