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West Ham vs Nottingham Forest Prediction – Premier League
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Here you find the best prediction for West Ham vs Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent records and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this West Ham vs Nottingham Forest encounter.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between West Ham and Nottingham Forest
The best prediction for West Ham vs Nottingham Forest in the Premier League is that both teams will score. Admittedly, a more attacking match is anticipated from the visiting side; however, both teams tend to create open encounters, leading to numerous goal-scoring opportunities. It’s worth noting that the market for “both teams to score” has been a successful bet in Nottingham Forest’s last six away matches.
The best prediction for West Ham vs Nottingham Forest
Over 0.5 goals in the 1st half (suggestion for live betting)
Over 1.5 goals (suggestion for live, double, or treble betting)
Both teams to score (risky suggestion)
Match preview: West Ham vs Nottingham Forest
West Ham and Nottingham Forest face off at London Stadium in the 37th round of the Premier League. In the last matchup between these teams in this competition, on 02-11-2024, Nottingham Forest secured a 3-0 victory at home. The recent direct encounters favour the visiting side, who have triumphed in 3 of the last 5 matches, with 2 losses.
Team analysis: West Ham
Currently, the home team sits in 17th place, having accrued 37 points from 10 wins, 10 draws, and 16 losses. In their penultimate match, they drew 1-1 at home against Tottenham Hotspur. Their latest encounter saw them win 2-0 away to Manchester United. Over their last 10 home games in the league, West Ham has recorded 2 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses, gathering 10 points from a possible 30. The most common score at half-time in their home matches has been 0-0 (7 times in 18 games). The team has conceded goals in 8 of their last 10 matches, indicating a lack of defensive solidity. However, they have managed to score consistently, finding the net in 8 of their last 10 league fixtures. In 36 games this season, they have conceded the first goal on 20 occasions and have failed to turn the score around on every occasion.
West Ham United entered this meeting after a 2-0 triumph against Manchester United, with goals from Tomas Soucek and Jarrod Bowen. The home side typically employs a 3-5-2 tactical formation, favouring an attacking style of play through the flanks. Jarrod Bowen and Mohammed Kudus are the two players tasked with leading this offensive push. When they attack, they often exploit the right flank, taking advantage of the depth provided by Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Michail Antonio and Crysencio Summerville will miss this match due to physical issues.
Team analysis: Nottingham Forest
The visiting side currently holds the 7th position in the league, with 61 points from 18 wins, 8 draws, and 10 losses. In their penultimate fixture, they drew 1-1 away to Crystal Palace, and in their last match, they played out a 2-2 draw at home against Leicester City. Nottingham Forest bagged 16 points from a possible 30 in their last 10 away games, courtesy of 5 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses. They have conceded goals in 7 of their last 10 matches, indicating a lack of defensive strength, yet their attack has been effective, scoring in 7 of the last 10 games this season. Their away matches tend to feature plenty of goals, with 16 of their last 18 competitive games finishing with over 1.5 goals. In 36 games this season, they’ve come back from behind only once in the 11 instances they conceded the first goal.
Nottingham Forest approached this match after a 2-2 draw against Leicester, with the goals scored by Morgan Gibbs-White and Chris Wood. The visiting club usually utilises a 4-3-3 tactical system, allowing for quick transitions, particularly down the flanks. The trio looking to trouble the opposing defence includes Anthony Elanga, Nicolás Domínguez, and Chris Wood. Their attacks typically come down the right flank, utilising the depth of Hello Aina. Callum Hudson-Odoi, Murillo, and Taiwo Awoniyi will not feature due to injury.
