Nottingham Forest - Fulham

Regular Season - 31
Kickoff: 2024-04-02 09:30

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Nottingham Forest - Fulham Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Fulham
Best odds: 1.52

As the Premier League's Regular Season edges towards its dramatic conclusion, Nottingham Forest will host Fulham at The City Ground on a Tuesday evening that could have significant implications for both teams. Predictions for this match-up are swirling with anticipation, but with no clear favorite, the outcome is shrouded in uncertainty.

Key Players: Nottingham Forest Nottingham Forest, currently teetering above the relegation zone, will be relying heavily on their key players to secure much-needed points. Defender Temitayo Olufisayo Olaoluwa Aina, with a rating of 6.61, has been a consistent performer, contributing one goal and a key assist from the backline. His defensive prowess and ability to initiate attacks will be crucial.

In midfield, the onus will be on Orel Johnson Mangala, who boasts a rating of 6.71. With 642 passes and one goal to his name, Mangala's ability to control the tempo and break up opposition plays will be vital in Forest's quest for dominance in the middle of the park.

Another key figure in the midfield is Danilo dos Santos de Oliveira, with a rating of 6.74, who has shown his capability with 442 passes and a goal, adding depth and creativity to the Forest lineup.

Key Players: Fulham Fulham, sitting comfortably mid-table, will be looking towards their attacking threat, Carlos Vinícius Alves Morais, to make an impact. With a rating of 6.62 and two goals to his tally, his sharpness in front of goal could be the difference for the visitors.

Defensive solidity may come from Timothy Michael Ream, with an impressive rating of 6.77. His experience and an impressive 945 passes this season will be instrumental in thwarting Forest's attacking endeavors.

Fulham's top performer, Bobby Armani De Cordova-Reid, with a rating of 6.80, has been a revelation this season. His five goals and an assist have been a testament to his attacking flair, and his contribution will be eagerly anticipated by the away fans.

Recent Form

Nottingham Forest's recent form has been a mixed bag, with their last five games resulting in one win, one draw, and three losses. The home side will be looking to improve on their record and climb further away from the relegation zone.

Fulham, on the other hand, have been more consistent, with two wins, two draws, and just one loss in their last five outings. This form suggests they could be a tough nut to crack for the home side.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two teams leans in favor of Fulham. In their last three encounters, Fulham has come out on top, including a resounding 5-0 victory on December 6, 2023, and a 2-0 win on February 11, 2023. The last time Nottingham Forest managed to score against Fulham was in a narrow 3-2 defeat on September 16, 2022.

Prediction

Considering the recent form and head-to-head history, this match is poised to be a tightly contested affair. Nottingham Forest will be desperate for points, which could see them take a more aggressive approach. Fulham, with their solid mid-table position, may play with less pressure but will still be eager to secure a win to maintain their respectable league standing.

The match could hinge on the performances of key players like Temitayo Olufisayo Olaoluwa Aina for Nottingham Forest and Bobby Armani De Cordova-Reid for Fulham. With both teams showing some defensive vulnerabilities, goals could be on the cards at The City Ground.

Without a clear prediction from the pundits, the match could go either way. However, with Fulham's recent dominance in this fixture and their slightly better form, a slight edge might be given to the visitors. Nonetheless, the unpredictability of the Premier League means that Nottingham Forest could very well upset the odds, especially with the backing of their home crowd.

In a game that could have a significant impact on both ends of the table, fans can expect a competitive and entertaining 90 minutes of football.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

17%
83%

Attacking Potential

25%
75%

Defensive Potential

43%
57%

Poisson Distribution

59%
41%

Stregth H2H

20%
80%

Goals H2H

18%
82%

Wins the game

30%
70%

Nottingham Forest - Fulham Head to Head

Premier League standings

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