Nottingham Forest - Manchester United

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82'		2 - 1	Goal	M. Gibbs-White	A. Elanga (Assist)
78'		1 - 1	Goal	M. Rashford	A. Garnacho (Assist)
64'		1 - 0	Goal	N. Domínguez	G. Montiel (Assist)

85'		A. Garnacho	Tripping
59'		R. Varane	Tripping
57'		Diogo Dalot	Unsportsmanlike conduct
56'		M. Gibbs-White	Tripping

88'			In:	Danilo	Out:	O. Mangala
87'			In:	O. Aina	Out:	H. Toffolo
79'			In:	N. Domínguez	Out:	C. Hudson-Odoi
74'			In:	G. Montiel	Out:	N. Williams
54'			In:	Antony	Out:	A. Diallo
46'			In:	K. Mainoo	Out:	S. McTominay

Nottingham Forest - Manchester United Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Manchester United

Best odds: 1.38

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As the Premier League's seasonal drama unfolds, an intriguing clash is on the horizon where Nottingham Forest will host the renowned Manchester United at The City Ground on a chilly Saturday evening. The predictions are in, hinting at a potential victory or at least a draw for the visitors, but as any football enthusiast knows, the game is full of surprises.

Key Players

Nottingham Forest will be leaning on their defensive stalwart Temitayo Olufisayo Olaoluwa Aina, whose presence in the backline has been crucial. With a rating of 6.65, Aina has managed to keep attackers at bay with 1 shot on target, 3 total shots, and an important assist to his name. His defensive prowess will be vital in containing the opposition's advances.

In the midfield, Orel Johnson Mangala stands out with a rating of 6.75. Mangala's vision and distribution have been essential for Forest, tallying up 532 total passes and creating chances for the team. His role as a midfield anchor will be critical in disrupting United's rhythm.

Leading the attack, Christopher Grant Wood will be the key figure for Forest. With a rating of 6.76, Wood has found the back of the net 3 times and will be the main threat in front of goal, aiming to exploit any weaknesses in United's defense.

Manchester United, on the other hand, will be counting on their attacking force, particularly Anthony Jordan Martial, who has a rating of 6.68. Martial's agility and skill could be the difference-maker as he looks to add to his tally of 1 goal.

Another key player in United's arsenal is Marcus Rashford, with a rating of 6.80. Rashford's pace and finishing abilities have resulted in 2 goals, and his contribution will be crucial as United seek to break through Forest's defense.

Finally, the midfield maestro Christian Dannemann Eriksen will be the creative hub for the Red Devils. With a rating of 6.87, Eriksen's experience and vision, coupled with 1 goal and an assist, will be instrumental in carving out scoring opportunities.

Recent Form

Nottingham Forest's recent form has been a cause for concern, with their last five games resulting in a single draw and four losses (LDLLL). This has left them precariously perched at 17th on the league table, just above the relegation zone.

Manchester United has had a mixed bag of results with two wins, two losses, and a draw in their last five outings (LWLWW). Currently sitting at 8th in the standings, the Red Devils will be eager to climb higher and secure a more favorable position.

Head-to-Head History

Historically, Manchester United has dominated their encounters with Nottingham Forest. In their last three head-to-head matches, United has come out on top each time, with the most recent being a narrow 3-2 victory at Old Trafford.

Prediction

Taking into account the teams' current form, key player performances, and historical data, the prediction leans towards a Manchester United win or draw. The statistics suggest that United have the upper hand, with a 50% chance of winning compared to Forest's 0%. The form, attacking strength, and defensive capabilities all favor the visitors, with United boasting an 88 form rating against Forest's 13.

United's forward line, especially with players like Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial, is expected to challenge Forest's defense, which will need to rely heavily on Temitayo Aina and Christopher Wood's ability to hold the line and counter.

The advice for those looking to predict the outcome is a "Double chance: draw or Manchester United," highlighting the likelihood of the away team avoiding defeat. The poisson distribution also favors United with a 62% chance over Forest's 38%.

In conclusion, while Nottingham Forest will be fighting to secure much-needed points at home, the strength and form of Manchester United make them the favorites to come away from The City Ground with at least a point, if not all three.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

36%

64%

Attacking Potential

55%

45%

Defensive Potential

40%

60%

Poisson Distribution

44%

56%

Stregth H2H

0%

100%

Goals H2H

13%

87%

Wins the game

38%

62%

Nottingham Forest - Manchester United Head to Head

28/02	Nottingham Forest	0 - 1	Manchester United
30/12	Nottingham Forest	2 - 1	Manchester United
26/08	Manchester United	3 - 2	Nottingham Forest
16/04	Nottingham Forest	0 - 2	Manchester United
27/12	Manchester United	3 - 0	Nottingham Forest

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