The English Premier League is already halfway through with Liverpool leading the rankings. Nottingham Forest is currently in the 3rd spot with 54 points, while Manchester United has dropped down to 13th position with 37 points.
The Reds (Nottingham Forest) will host United on Tuesday, 1st April at theThe City Ground in Nottingham at 8:00 PM (UK time).
Will Forest be able to blaze through the game? Or will United dominate Tuesday’s match? Below, we give you team previews, head-to-head stats, and odds for the Premier League – Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United match.
Key Details
- Day and Date: Tuesday, 1st April, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM (UK time)
- Venue: The City Ground, Nottingham
- Where to watch in the UK: Sky Sports
Nottingham Forest: Analysis and Team Preview
Nottingham Forest is having an excellent 2024-2025 season under the guidance of manager Nuno Espírito Santo. Santo took over in December 2023 and has completely transformed the team. Forest finished 17th last season – just a step above the relegated teams. And now, they are in the running for the Premier League title and have already qualified for the UEFA Champions League.
Striker Chris Wood has been instrumental in Forest’s climb to top three team. He has netted 18 goals and is currently fourth in the Golden Boot race, behin Mo Salah (27 goals), Erling Halaand (21 goals), and Alexander Isak (19 goals). Wood is recovering from a hip injury and will miss out till mid-April 2025.
Goalkeeper Matz Sels is leading the best goalkeeper rankings with 12 clean sheets in 29 matches. He is followed by Arsenal’s David Raya who has 10 clean sheets, and Jordan Pickford with nine clean sheets.
Additionally, defender Nikola Milenkovic, striker Anthony Elanga, and midfielders Gibbs-White and Anderson have been in excellent form.
The season, Forest had several standout matches. They secured a historic 1–0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, marking their first win at the stadium since 1969. Another notable match was an emphatic 7–0 win over Brighton – their highest margin.
Squad
- Goalkeepers: Matz Sels, Carlos Miguel, Wayne Hennessey
- Defenders: N. Milenković (4 goals, 2 assists), Murillo (1 goal), Ola Aina (2 goals, 1 assist), Neco Williams (1 goal, 1 assist), Álex Moreno, Morato, Willy Boly, Harry Toffolo, Zach Abbott
- Midfielders: M. Gibbs-White (5 goals, 7 assists), E. Anderson (1 goals, 6 assists), Ryan Yates (2 goals), Danilo, N. Domínguez, I. Sangaré, Eric Da Silva
- Strikers: Chris Wood (18 goals, 3 assists), A. Elanga (5 goals, 8 assists), Hudson-Odoi (5 goals, 2 assists), Jota Silva (2 goals, 1 assist), Ramón Sosa (1 goal), T. Awoniyi (1 goal)
New Signings
- Defender Tyler Bindon transferred from Reading
- Goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey joined as a free agent
Injuries Update
- Striker Chris Wood ruled out till mid-April 2025 following a hip injury.
- Goalkeeper Carlos Miguel is doubtful for the next match because of a hamstring injury.
Manchester United: Team Analysis and Preview
The Reds have the most Premier League titles. They won the cup in the inaugural 1992/93 season, then went on to win in 1994, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011 and 2020.
Since then, the team has been in a slump. The team finished 8th last season. This year, they have slipped to the 13th place with 37 points, and 10 wins, 7 draws, and 12 losses.
Ruben Amorim’s team is facing persistent injury challenges that has impacted its performance. Currently, nine players are on the injury list, including forward Amad Diallo, who had been a standout player for United. Diallo has netted six goals in 17 appearances and has made six assists. Another top performer, defender Lisandro Martinez is rehabilitating after suffering a foot fracture and a ligament tear. He has been ruled out till January 2026.
Despite these challenges, there have been moments of individual brilliance. Amad Diallo scored a hat-trick in a 3–1 over Southampton. New signing Joshua Zirkzee scored the winning goal in his debut match against Fulham leading United to a 1–0 win at Old Trafford. Additionally, midfielder Bruno Fernandez leads the team score with eight goals and nine assists.
United is also going strong in the Europa League with its recent 4–1 win over Real Sociedad in the round of 16. Captain Bruno Fernandes netted a hat-trick in the match.
Squad
- Goalkeeper: André Onana
- Defenders: Diogo Dalot (2 assist), Harry Maguire (1 goal), Lisandro Martínez (2 goals, 1 assist), Matthijs De Ligt (2 goal), N. Mazraoui, Victor Lindelöf, Patrick Dorgu, Leny Yoro, Jonny Evans
- Midfielders: Bruno Fernandes (8 goals, 9 assists), Casemiro (1 goal), M. Ugarte (1 goal), K. Mainoo, C. Eriksen, Mason Mount
- Strikers: R. Højlund (3 goals), A. Garnacho (4 goals, 1 assist), Amad Diallo (6 goals, 6 assists), Joshua Zirkzee (3 goals, 1 assist)
2025 Transactions
- Defender D. León transferred from Paraguayan club Cerro Porteño
- Left back Patrick Dorgu transferred from Italian club Lecce
- Defender Ayden Heaven transferred from Arsenal Sub 21
Injuries Update
- Ayden Heaven: Leg injury, ruled out till early April 2025
- Leny Yoro: Foot injury, doubtful for next game
- Harry McGuire: Knock injury, doubtful for next game
- Tom Heaton: Knock injury, doubtful for next game
- A. Bayindir: Knock injury, doubtful for next game
- K. Mainoo: Thigh injury, ruled out till early April 2025
- Amad Diallo: Ankle injury, out for the season
- Lisandro Martínez: Cruciate ligament injury, ruled out till January 2026
- Jonny Evans: Physical discomfort, doubtful for the next match.
Form Guide
Nottingham Forest
- Won against Ipswich Town 4–2 (15 March)
- Won against Manchester City 1–0 (8 March)
- Won against Ipswich Town 1(5) – 1(4) (FA Cup 5th round, 4 March)
- Draw with Arsenal 0–0 (27 February)
- Lost to Newcastle 3–4 (23 February)
- Lost to Fulhan 1–2 (15 February)
- Won against Exeter City 2(2) – 2(4) (FA Cup, 4th round, 12 February)
- Won against Brighton 7–0 (1st February)
- Lost to Bournemouth 0–5 (25 January)
- Won against Southampton 3–2 (19 January)
Manchester United
- Won against Leicester City 3–0 (17 March)
- Won against Real Sociedad 4–1 (Europa League, round of 16, 14 March)
- Draw with Arsenal 1–1 (9 March)
- Draw with Real Sociedad 1–1 (Europa League, round of 16, 7 March)
- Lost to Fulham 1(3) – 1(4) (FA Cup, 5th round, 2 March)
- Won against Ipswich Town 3–2 (27 February)
- Draw with Everton 2–2 (22 February)
- Lost to Tottenham 0–1 (16 February)
- Won against Leicester City 2–1 (FA Cup 4th round, 8th February)
- Lost to Crystal Palace 0–2 (2nd February)
Premier League Season Highlights
| Nottingham Forest | Stats | Manchester United |
| 3 | League position | 13 |
| 16 | Matches Won | 10 |
| 6 | Drawn | 7 |
| 7 | Lost | 12 |
| 54 | Total points | 37 |
| 49 | Goals scored | 37 |
| 35 | Goals conceded | 40 |
| 14 | Goal difference | -3 |
| 1.72 | Chances created per match | 1.83 |
| 7–0 victory over Brighton | Biggest Win | 4–0 victory over Everton |
| 0–5 loss to Bournemouth | Worst Defeat | 0–3 loss to Liverpool |
Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United: Recent Head-to-Head Meetings
Both teams have faced each other 15 times. Nottingham Forest won three matches (1 home, 2 away), Manchester United won 10 (6 home, 4 away), while two games ended in a draw.
Recent head-to-head meetings:
- Man Utd 2–3 Nott’m Forest (7 December 2024)
- Man Utd 1–0 Nott’m Forest (FA Cup, 5th round, 29 February 2024)
- Nott’m Forest 2–1 Man Utd (30 December 2023)
- Man Utd 3–2 Nott’m Forest (26 August 2023)
- Nott’m Forest 0–2 Man Utd (16 April 2023)
- Man Utd 2–0 Nott’m Forest (EFL Cup Semifinal, 2 February 2023)
- Nott’m Forest 0–3 Man Utd (EFL Cup Semifinal, 26 January 2023)
- Man Utd 3–0 Nott’m Forest (27 December 2022)
Manchester United has won three out of the last five meetings while Nott’m Forest won two. Historically, Man United has dominated this fixture. However, Nottingham Forest is emerging as a strong contender for the Premier League title, so punters should be prepared for a close match.
Statistical Insights
- Nottingham Forest is averaging 1.69 goals per game this season
- Manchester United is maintaining a 1.28 goals-per-match average
- Nottingham Forest has kept 12 clean sheets in the Premier League matches, while Manchester United has kept 8.
Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United: Odds as per 7bet
| Nottingham Forest (1) | x | Manchester United (2) |
| 8/7 | 5/2 | 15/7 |
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