Arsenal travel to the City Ground to face Nottingham Forest as they intend to keep their thin hope for a title alive. Both teams lost their last fixtures and will be gearing to right the wrong in this encounter. Arsenal won the first leg 3-0 at the Emirates. Can they claim another double over Nottingham? Our Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal betting guide previews the game.
Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal Match Information
- Competition: English Premier League, Round 27
- Venue: City Ground, Nottingham, England
- Date: 26 February 2025
- Time: 19:30 GMT on Wednesday
Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal Odds to Win
The latest Man City vs Nottingham Forest odds are highlighted as follows:
- Nottingham Forest to Win @ 3.90 (26/9)
- Draw @ 3.60 (13/5)
- Arsenal to Win @ 1.95 (19/20)
NFO – ARS: H2H
Arsenal have won four of their last five meetings with Nottingham Forest with just one loss.
- Arsenal 3-0 Nottingham Forest (23 November 2024)
- Nottingham Forest 1-2 Arsenal (30 January 2024)
- Arsenal 2-1 Nottingham Forest (12 August 2023)
- Nottingham Forest 1-0 Arsenal (20 May 2023)
- Arsenal 5-0 Nottingham Forest (30 October 2022)
Interesting Match Stats
- Nottingham Forest’s Nuno Espírito Santo has suffered defeat in his last three Premier League encounters with Arsenal.
- Ethan Nwaneri netted his debut Premier League goal during Arsenal’s 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest in the reverse fixture.
- Chris Wood has contributed to six goals across his last three Premier League home appearances.
Nottingham Forest Team Analysis
Nottingham Forest has been this season’s surprise package, sitting third after 25 matches. Though a title push seems unlikely, they have a strong chance of securing European football. However, competition for the top four is fierce, with Manchester City, Bournemouth, Chelsea, and Newcastle in pursuit.
Forest’s recent form has dipped despite winning more matches than most teams. They have lost three of their last four league games. Nottingham last suffered consecutive league defeats in November, when they lost to Arsenal and Newcastle. Their latest 4-3 defeat to Newcastle highlights their struggles. They now aim to bounce back when they host Arsenal, who are also experiencing a rough patch in form.
Nottingham Forest Line-Up Prediction
Forest has a nearly full-strength squad for Wednesday’s clash, with only backup goalkeeper Carlos Miguel sidelined with a hamstring.
Possible starting lineup: Sels; Milenkovic, Murillo, Morato; Aina, Anderson, Dominguez, Elanga; Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Wood.
Last 5 Matches: L-L-W-W-L
Arsenal Team Analysis
Arsenal’s title hopes took a hit with a 1-0 loss to West Ham, ending their 15-game unbeaten streak. They had won 10 and drawn five before this setback. The Gunners haven’t suffered consecutive league defeats since December 2023.
Their decision to avoid signings in January is proving costly, with Jesus and Havertz sidelined long-term. However, Arsenal will aim to bounce back against Nottingham Forest, having won their last three encounters against them.
Line Up Prediction
Lewis-Skelly starts his suspension after a red card, while Saka, Tomiyasu, Martinelli, Havertz, and Jesus remain injured. However, Nwaneri is expected to be available despite being substituted with fatigue on Saturday.
Possible starting lineup: Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Odegaard, Partey, Rice; Sterling, Merino, Trossard.
Last 5 Matches: L-W-L-W-W
Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal Betting Tips & Predictions
Drawing from the recent performances and numbers of both teams, here are our standout betting tips for the Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal clash:
- Arsenal To Win @ 1.95 (19/20 )—Arsenal might have been struggling recently, but they’ve been dominant against Nottingham lately. They’ve won seven of their previous eight meetings with their Wednesday host. Before their last weekend loss to West Ham, the Gunners had been unbeaten in 15 games. This could help them win against Nottingham again, who have lost their previous two league matches.
- Both Teams To Score—Yes @ 1.95 (19/20) – Both teams have scored in the last three consecutive Nottingham fixtures. Six of the last eight away matches for Arsenal have also ended in similar fashion. So, we expect both teams to find the net in this game.
- Chris Wood To Score Anytime @ 3.50 (5/2) – Chris Wood has been spectacular for Nottingham this season, driving their UCL qualification ambition. He’s ranked 4th among the league’s top scorers with 18 goals. Wood has netted five in his last league home games, including a hat trick against Brighton. We expect him to continue his scoring prowess against the Gunners in this clash.
Final Thoughts & Recommended Picks
We expect a close contest, but Arsenal’s history in this fixture favors them in claiming a narrow victory. So, here are our best Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal betting picks ahead of the match.
✅ Arsenal To Win @ 1.95 (19/20)
✅ Both Teams To Score – Yes @ 1.95 (19/20)
