Nottingham Forest vs Everton: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

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Fixture: Nottingham Forest vs Everton
Date: Saturday 12 April 2025
Kick-off: 15:00 BST
Venue: The City Ground

The match at the City Ground is expected to be a tightly contested affair, with both teams looking to secure crucial points for their respective objectives. Nottingham Forest will aim to capitalise on their home advantage and continue their push for a top-four finish. At the same time, Everton will be keen to solidify their mid-table position.

Given Forest's strong home form and Everton's recent resilience, the game could see both teams scoring. However, Forest's attacking options, even without Chris Wood, might just give them the edge needed to secure a narrow victory.

Match Prediction: Nottingham Forest 2-1 Everton

Nottingham Forest have endured a mixed bag of results in their recent outings, with a form guide of L-W-W-W-D. Their last five league  matches have been as follows:

Last 5 league matches:

• Loss: 1-2 vs Aston Villa (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Man United (H)
• Win: 4-2 vs Ipswich (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Man City (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Arsenal (H)
  

Forest's recent performances indicate a strong home record, with four wins in their last five home Premier League games. They have been particularly effective in counter-attacks, as evidenced by their victory over Manchester United, where Anthony Elanga's solo effort secured the win. However, their away form remains a concern, as seen in their loss to Aston Villa.

Everton has been on a solid recent run, with a form guide of D-L-D-D-D. Their last five league matches have been.

Last 5 league matches:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Arsenal (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Liverpool (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs West Ham (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Wolves (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Brentford (A)
  

The Toffees have shown resilience, particularly in their recent draws, which have helped them maintain a comfortable position above the relegation zone. Their ability to come from behind, as seen in their draw against Arsenal, highlights their fighting spirit under David Moyes.

In recent encounters between Nottingham Forest and Everton, the matches have been closely contested:

• Everton 1-1 Nott'm Forest (20 August 2022)
• Nott'm Forest 2-2 Everton (5 March 2023)
• Nott'm Forest 0-1 Everton (2 December 2023)
• Everton 2-0 Nott'm Forest (21 April 2024)
• Everton 0-2 Nott'm Forest (29 December 2024)
  

Historically, Everton has had the upper hand with eight wins compared to Forest's 5 in their 15 meetings. However, recent results suggest a more even competition, with both teams capable of securing victories.

• Chris Wood (Knock) - His absence could impact Forest's attacking options, as he is their top scorer with 18 goals.
• Ola Aina (Calf) - His injury might force a reshuffle in the defence, potentially weakening their backline.
• Taiwo Awoniyi (Hamstring) - The Nigerian forward is doubtful due to a hamstring issue.
  

• Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Hamstring) - His absence is a significant blow to Everton's attack, as he is a key player.
• Orel Mangala (Knee) - His injury could affect the midfield balance.
• Vitalii Mykolenko (Knock) - His potential absence might weaken the left side of the defence.
• Jesper Lindstrom (Groin) - His injury could impact the team's creativity in midfield.
  

Matz Sels; Morato, Nikola Milenkovic, Murillo, Neco Williams, Elliot Anderson, Ryan Yates, Nicolas Dominguez; Morgan Gibbs-White; Anthony Elanga, Callum Hudson-Odoi

Tactical Setup: Nuno Espirito Santo could go with a 3-4-1-2 formation, focusing on quick transitions and utilising the pace of Elanga and Hudson-Odoi in attack.

Jordan Pickford; Nathan Patterson, James Tarkowski, Jarrad Branthwaite, Jake O'Brien; Tim Iroegbunam, Idrissa Gueye; Iliman Ndiaye, Abdoulaye Doucoure, Jack Harrison; Beto

Tactical Setup: David Moyes is expected to continue with a 4-2-3-1, emphasising a solid defensive structure while looking to exploit counter-attacking opportunities through the guile of Ndiaye and Harrison.

• Anthony Elanga vs Nathan Patterson: Elanga's pace and dribbling skills will be a significant test for Patterson, who will need to be disciplined in his defending.
• Morgan Gibbs-White vs Idrissa Gueye: Gibbs-White's creativity in midfield will be crucial for Forest, and Gueye's tenacity will be vital in disrupting his play.
• Callum Hudson-Odoi vs James Tarkowski: Hudson-Odoi's pace and goal-scoring ability will be up against Tarkowski's defensive prowess.
  

Nottingham Forest have never overturned a two-goal half-time deficit in the Premier League in 78 games, which is a statistic that is slightly concerning for the Tricky Trees.

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