Brentford - Nottingham Forest

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68'		3 - 2	Goal	N. Maupay
65'		2 - 2	Goal	C. Wood	C. Hudson-Odoi (Assist)
59'		2 - 1	Goal	B. Mee	M. Jensen (Assist)
19'		1 - 1	Goal	I. Toney
3'		0 - 1	Goal	Danilo

66'		I. Toney	Elbowing
54'		G. Montiel	Foul
51'		Danilo	Roughing
18'		O. Mangala	Holding

74'			In:	M. Damsgaard	Out:	S. Baptiste
74'			In:	N. Maupay	Out:	Sergio Reguilón
62'			In:	R. Yates	Out:	N. Williams

Brentford - Nottingham Forest Predictions

Prediction: Brentford or draw

Best odds: 1.30

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As the Premier League gears up for another weekend of intense football, all eyes are on the Gtech Community Stadium where Brentford is set to clash with Nottingham Forest on a chilly Saturday evening. With both teams hovering just above the relegation zone, this match could be a pivotal point in their season. Predictions are on a knife-edge as both teams have shown sparks of brilliance yet struggle for consistency.

Key Players

For Brentford, midfielder Kevin Schade has been a notable presence on the pitch. Despite a modest rating of 6.44, his ability to create opportunities is evident, with 3 key passes and a goal to his name. In defense, Benjamin Thomas Mee, with a rating of 6.65, brings stability and experience. His contribution goes beyond defense, as indicated by his 5 key passes and a goal. In attack, Keane William Lewis-Potter stands out with a rating of 6.74, 7 shots on target, and 2 goals, making him a critical player for Brentford's offensive strategy.

Nottingham Forest's backline is anchored by defender Temitayo Olufisayo Olaoluwa Aina, who holds a 6.58 rating and has contributed with an assist. His defensive prowess is crucial for Forest's away games. Upfront, Brennan Price Johnson is a key figure in the attack, with a rating of 6.70 and a goal to his credit. In the midfield, Orel Johnson Mangala is the engine room, boasting a 6.72 rating and a significant number of passes, which reflects his role as a playmaker.

Recent Form

Brentford's recent form has been concerning, with a string of five losses ('LLLLL') that has seen them slide down to 16th in the table. They've struggled to turn their home advantage into a fortress, with an almost balanced record of wins, draws, and losses at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Nottingham Forest, sitting just one place above Brentford, has had a slightly better run, with two wins, two losses, and a draw ('WWLLD') in their last five outings. Their away form, however, mirrors that of their hosts, with only two wins out of ten matches on the road.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two sides does little to separate them. Their last encounter on October 1, 2023, ended in a 1-1 stalemate at Nottingham Forest's ground. Before that, Brentford secured a 2-1 victory on April 29, 2023, while the previous meeting on November 5, 2022, also ended in a draw (2-2). These evenly matched results set the stage for an unpredictable clash.

Prediction

Looking at the current form and head-to-head history, this match promises to be a closely contested affair. Both teams will be desperate for points to avoid being dragged into a relegation battle, but neither has shown the consistency required to be considered a clear favorite.

In terms of predictions, the match could very well end in a draw, with both sides canceling each other out in midfield and defenses holding firm. The key battle will be between Brentford's Keane William Lewis-Potter and Nottingham Forest's Temitayo Olufisayo Olaoluwa Aina, as both will be crucial in their respective team's attacking and defensive efforts.

Without a clear prediction on which team will emerge victorious, the focus shifts to individual performances and perhaps a moment of brilliance from players like Kevin Schade or Brennan Price Johnson to tip the scales. Fans can expect a tense, tactical battle with both teams fighting tooth and nail for every point on offer.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

0%

100%

Attacking Potential

33%

67%

Defensive Potential

40%

60%

Poisson Distribution

60%

40%

Stregth H2H

75%

25%

Goals H2H

60%

40%

Wins the game

54%

46%

Brentford - Nottingham Forest Head to Head

20/01	Brentford	3 - 2	Nottingham Forest
01/10	Nottingham Forest	1 - 1	Brentford
29/04	Brentford	2 - 1	Nottingham Forest
05/11	Nottingham Forest	2 - 2	Brentford

Premier League standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Arsenal	31	22	5	4	75	24	51	71
2	Liverpool	31	21	8	2	72	30	42	71
3	Manchester City	31	21	7	3	71	31	40	70
4	Aston Villa	32	18	6	8	66	49	17	60
5	Tottenham	30	17	6	7	62	44	18	57
6	Manchester United	31	15	4	12	45	46	-1	49
7	West Ham	32	13	9	10	52	56	-4	48
8	Newcastle	31	14	5	12	65	52	13	47
9	Chelsea	29	12	7	10	53	50	3	43
10	Brighton	31	11	10	10	51	49	2	43
11	Wolves	31	12	6	13	44	49	-5	42
12	Bournemouth	31	11	8	12	45	55	-10	41
13	Fulham	32	11	6	15	47	51	-4	39
14	Crystal Palace	31	7	9	15	36	54	-18	30
15	Everton	31	9	8	14	32	42	-10	29
16	Brentford	32	7	8	17	45	58	-13	29
17	Nottingham Forest	31	7	8	16	39	53	-14	25
18	Luton	32	6	7	19	45	65	-20	25
19	Burnley	32	4	7	21	32	67	-35	19
20	Sheffield Utd	30	3	6	21	28	80	-52	15