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Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest Prediction – Premier League
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Here you will find the best prediction for Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent records and the key statistics from their latest matches to provide the best prediction for this encounter between Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest
The best prediction for Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest in the Premier League is over 2.5 goals. A tightly contested match is anticipated, yet both clubs have a tendency to produce open encounters, where goal-scoring opportunities are commonplace. It is worth noting that the “over 2.5 goals” market has seen success in 67% of Nottingham Forest’s away matches. Therefore, a captivating match is expected, featuring numerous chances on goal for both sides.
The best prediction for Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest
Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (prediction for live bet)
Over 1.5 goals (prediction for live, double or triple bet)
Over 2.5 goals (risky prediction)
Match preview: Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest
Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest are set to clash at Villa Park, in a match for the 31st round of the Premier League. In their last encounter within this competition on 14 December 2024, Nottingham Forest emerged victorious at home with a score of 2-1. The record from the last three years of direct encounters between these two teams has leaned towards Nottingham Forest, featuring 1 draw and 2 wins for each side in their last five meetings. It is essential to pay attention to the home/away form, as both teams have exhibited notably different results when playing at home compared to away.
Team analysis: Aston Villa
Following 13 wins, 9 draws, and 8 losses, Aston Villa is positioned 9th in the league, with a total of 45 points. In their most recent match, they secured a victory against Brighton & Hove Albion with a score of 3-0, following a previous away win over Brentford (1-0). Aston Villa tends to perform strongly at home, with a record of 10 wins, 5 draws, and only 1 loss in their last 30 home matches, while they have struggled away with just 6 wins, 1 draw, and 8 losses.
The team has not lost at home in their last 14 matches in this competition. While defensive strength has not been its forte, as they have conceded goals in 7 of the last 10 games, their attack has consistently found the net, scoring in 9 of those matches. In the 30 games played, they managed to turn around the score in only 4 of the 16 matches where they conceded the first goal.
Aston Villa comes into this match following an impressive 3-0 away victory against Brighton, marking their second consecutive win in the Premier League. The goals were provided by Marcus Rashford, Marco Asensio, and Donyell Malen. The home team typically adopts a 4-3-3 formation, with Morgan Rogers, Jacob Ramsey, and Marcus Rashford spearheading the attack. In midfield, John McGinn plays a pivotal role, often dictating the pace of the match.
Additionally, Kortney Hause will miss this match due to injury issues.
Team analysis: Nottingham Forest
After securing 17 wins, 6 draws, and 7 losses, Nottingham Forest currently holds the 3rd position, with a total of 57 points. In their latest match, they triumphed over Manchester United with a score of 1-0, following an away victory against Ipswich Town (4-2). Nottingham Forest tends to perform better at home, as evidenced by their last 30 matches which included 10 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses, scoring 25 goals and conceding just 9. As visitors, they have recorded 6 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses, netting 26 goals and conceding 27.
In their recent away match, which was an FA Cup fixture, Nottingham Forest concluded the match in a draw (3-4) but advanced on penalties against Brighton & Hove Albion. Over their last 10 Championship games, Nottingham Forest has won 5 and lost 5, earning 15 points out of a possible 30. Their attack has shown consistency, scoring in 8 of their last 10 matches. Notably, they have often taken the lead, opening the scoring in 23 of their last 30 Premier League games, of which they maintained the advantage till the end in 16 of those matches. Out of the 30 games in this competition, they conceded the first goal on 6 occasions but managed to turn the score around only once.
Nottingham Forest enters this match full of motivation after securing a 1-0 victory against Manchester United, extending their unbeaten run in the Premier League to four matches. Anthony Elanga netted the only goal of the fixture. The away side typically employs a 4-3-3 tactical formation, with their attack led by Anthony Elanga, Callum Hudson-Odoi, and Taiwo Awoniyi. They like to exploit the left flank with Álex Moreno’s speed and ability, creating dangerous opportunities and testing the opponent’s defence. Missing from this fixture will be Hello Aina and Chris Wood, both sidelined due to fitness issues.
Best predictions for this match
Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (prediction for live bet)
Over 1.5 goals (prediction for live, double or triple bet)
Over 2.5 goals (risky prediction)
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