👉 What is the recommended bet for Brighton vs Nottingham Forest?

The prediction and betting suggestion for Brighton vs Nottingham Forest, on 29 March 2025, is: Over 2.5 goals.

👉 Which stadium will host Brighton vs Nottingham Forest?

The Brighton vs Nottingham Forest match on 29 March 2025 will take place at The American Express Community Stadium in Falmer.

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Brighton vs Nottingham Forest Prediction – FA Cup

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Check out the best predictions for Brighton vs Nottingham Forest

Here you find the best prediction for Brighton vs Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup, along with an analysis of the match and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent form and key statistics from the last games to present the best prediction for this match between Brighton and Nottingham Forest.

Brighton

29 March 2025 – 17::15
FA Cup
2024/2025
Quarterfinals

Nottingham Forest

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Brighton vs Nottingham Forest

The best prediction for Brighton vs Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup is over 2.5 goals. Brighton’s balanced style of play contrasts with Nottingham Forest’s defensive solidity and effectiveness in counter-attacks. Given the recent performances and tactics of both sides, this prediction seems likely.

Match preview: Brighton vs Nottingham Forest

Brighton and Nottingham Forest face off at The American Express Community Stadium in the FA Cup. Historically at this venue, the home side has a stronger record, with one win and two draws in their last three encounters. Their previous meeting here was on 22 September 2024, in a Premier League match that ended in a 2-2 draw. The goals that day came from Jack Hinshelwood (42′) and Danny Welbeck (45′) for Brighton, while Chris Wood (13′) and Ramón Sosa (70′) found the net for Nottingham Forest.

Team analysis: Brighton

The home team arrives at this stage of the FA Cup (quarterfinals) following a 2-1 victory over Newcastle United after extra time. In their most recent match for the Premier League, they drew 2-2 away at Manchester City. Over the last ten home matches, Brighton has recorded five wins, three draws, and two losses. Despite conceding in eight of those matches, their attack has been reliable, scoring in eight of the last ten. Brighton has managed to overturn the scoreline in three of the seven matches where they conceded first.

Currently, Brighton & Hove Albion sits seventh in the Premier League table, with a record of 12 wins, 11 draws, and six losses, amounting to 47 points. The team boasts a positive goal difference, having scored 44 goals and conceded 39. In their last FA Cup match, Brighton emerged victorious against Newcastle United with a 2-1 result, showcasing their resilience. Tactically, the team employs a balanced approach, alternating between maintaining possession and executing quick transitions, often utilising formations like 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 to adapt to their opponents.

Team analysis: Nottingham Forest

The away team reaches this stage of the FA Cup (quarterfinals) after eliminating Ipswich Town with a dramatic 5-4 victory on penalties following a draw. They come into this match with a 4-2 win against Ipswich Town. Over their last ten matches across all competitions, Nottingham Forest has achieved five wins, one draw, and suffered four losses. The defence has allowed goals in seven of those ten matches, indicating a need for improvement, though their attack remains consistent, scoring in eight of those games. They have only managed to come back in one of the four games where they conceded first.

Under the management of Nuno Espírito Santo, Nottingham Forest currently sits third in the Premier League, with a record of 16 wins, six draws, and seven losses, bringing them to a total of 54 points. The team stands out due to their solid defence, having conceded only 33 goals, while their attack has netted 44. In their last FA Cup match, Nottingham Forest triumphed over Ipswich Town with a score of 4-2. Nottingham Forest favours a reactive tactical approach, prioritising a compact defence while exploiting rapid counter-attacks, often employing formations like 4-4-2 or 3-5-2 to enhance their offensive effectiveness.