Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest prediction and betting tips on December 7, 2024
Game Prediction
On December 7, 2024, Manchester United will face Nottingham Forest in the 15th round of the English Premier League. The visitors, in decent form, will aim to challenge Ruben Amorim and his new team.
Our Prediction for Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest
The "Red Devils" had a disappointing last season, falling short on nearly all fronts. Fans are left debating whether finishing last in their Champions League group or dropping from third to eighth in the Premier League was more painful. However, the team managed to redeem itself slightly by clinching the domestic cup.
As for Nottingham Forest, they parted ways with Steve Cooper last year despite his achievements in keeping the legendary team in the Premier League. His successor, Nuno Espírito Santo, steered the team to a "safe" 17th place, although they could have finished higher without a points deduction.
Forest made a promising start to the current campaign, delivering wins and even becoming the only team to defeat Liverpool under Arne Slot. However, November proved challenging: losses to Newcastle and Arsenal followed by a win over Ipswich and a decisive defeat to Manchester City.
Manchester United, still reeling under ten Hag's tenure, struggled even more profoundly in 2023/2024 despite significant summer reinforcements. This led to the mid-season appointment of Ruben Amorim from Sporting CP. The Portuguese manager has had mixed results so far, with a debut draw against Ipswich, subsequent wins over Bodo/Glimt and Everton, and a loss in the historic rivalry against Arsenal.
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest: Key Statistics and Trends
- Manchester United, under their new manager, has won two of their last four matches.
- Nottingham Forest has lost three of their last four games.
- The most common scoreline between these teams is 3-0 in favor of Manchester United (three times).
- Manchester United scored 31% of their goals between the 76th and 90th minutes.
- Nottingham Forest scored 31% of their goals between the 61st and 75th minutes.
- Manchester United had scored in 10 consecutive matches before their defeat to Arsenal.
- Manchester United wins the first half in 36% of matches, while Nottingham Forest does so in 20%.
Possible Lineups
Manchester United (expected lineup): Onana – Evans, de Ligt, Mazraoui – Diogo Dalot, Garnacho, Bruno Fernandes, Eriksen, Casemiro, Diallo – Rashford
Nottingham Forest (expected lineup): Sels – Moreno, Murillo, Milenkovic, Aina – Dominguez, Ward-Prowse, Hudson-Odoi, Yates, Elanga – Awoniyi
Head-to-Head: Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest
Since 1996, Manchester United has consistently won all encounters between these teams. However, last year, Forest secured a surprising home victory. Later in the season, a late Casemiro goal earned United a narrow away win in the League Cup Round of 16.
Prediction for Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest
Manchester United is the clear favorite in this matchup. However, Forest has shown resilience, making a bet on them with a "+1 goal" handicap (odds: 1.75) a reasonable option.
Place your bets on this thrilling encounter and keep track of your favorite team's position in the English Premier League standings!