Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Coral’s detailed preview for Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 12:30 BST match.

• Fixture: Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest

• Date: Saturday, 13 September 2025

• Kick-off: 12:30 BST

• Venue: Emirates Stadium

Match Prediction: Arsenal 3-1 Nottingham Forest

Arsenal's recent form suggests they could dominate possession and create numerous scoring opportunities against Nottingham Forest. Their convincing wins against Leeds United and Manchester United showcase their ability to control games and finish clinically, which could be crucial against a Forest side that has struggled defensively, as seen in their loss to West Ham. However, Arsenal's defeat to Liverpool indicates they are not infallible, particularly away from home, and Forest might look to exploit any defensive lapses.

Nottingham Forest, on the other hand, showed resilience in their recent draw against Crystal Palace and put in a strong performance at home against Brentford. They will likely set up to counter-attack, using the pace of players like Callum Hudson-Odoi to threaten Arsenal on the break. Despite their loss to West Ham, Forest's home form could give them confidence, but they will need to be more solid at the back to stand a chance against a potent Arsenal attack.

Arsenal's recent form has been impressive, with two convincing victories against Leeds United and Manchester United, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. The loss to Liverpool, however, highlights areas where they can still improve, particularly in maintaining focus throughout the game. This form suggests Arsenal will approach the match against Nottingham Forest with confidence, looking to dominate possession and create scoring opportunities.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Liverpool (A)

• Win: 5-0 vs Leeds United (H)

• Win: 1-0 vs Manchester United (A)

Nottingham Forest's recent results have been mixed, with a heavy defeat to West Ham, a draw against Crystal Palace, and a win against Brentford. Their performance against West Ham highlights defensive vulnerabilities that Arsenal could exploit, but their resilience, as shown in the draw against Palace and the win against Brentford, suggests they can remain competitive. Forest will need to be at their best defensively and capitalise on counter-attacking opportunities to challenge Arsenal.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Loss: 0-3 vs West Ham United (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Crystal Palace (A)

• Win: 3-1 vs Brentford (H)

Historically, Arsenal have had the upper hand in recent encounters with Nottingham Forest, winning three of their last five meetings. The most recent match between the two ended in a draw, but Arsenal's victories have been more convincing, suggesting they have a psychological edge going into this game.

Recent Premier League Results

• Nottingham Forest 0-0 Arsenal (26 Feb 2025)

• Arsenal 3-0 Nottingham Forest (23 Nov 2024)

• Nottingham Forest 1-2 Arsenal (30 Jan 2024)

• Arsenal 2-1 Nottingham Forest (12 Aug 2023)

• Nottingham Forest 1-0 Arsenal (20 May 2023)

• Bukayo Saka (Hamstring) -  Out

• Kai Havertz (Knee) - Out

• Gabriel Jesus (Knee) - Out

• Leandro Trossard (Knock) - Doubt

• William Saliba (Ankle) - Doubt

• Ben White (Discomfort) - Doubt

• Christian Nørgaard (Knock) - Doubt

• Nicolas Domínguez (Meniscus) - Out

• Nicolò Savona (Knock) - Doubt

• Cuiabano (Sprained Ankle) - Doubt

• Raya, Saliba, Magalhães, Timber, Calafiori, Merino, Zubimendi, Rice, Martinelli, Gyökeres, Madueke

Arsenal's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining possession and attacking fluidity, with players like Martinelli and Gyökeres expected to provide the cutting edge in the final third. The absence of Bukayo Saka due to injury might affect their usual attacking dynamics, but the depth in the squad should allow them to adapt effectively.

• Sels, Williams, Murillo, Milenković, Aina, Sangaré, Hudson-Odoi, Anderson, Gibbs-White, Wood, Ndoye

Nottingham Forest's predicted lineup indicates a strategy to counter-attack, with players like Hudson-Odoi and Wood likely to be key in exploiting any gaps left by Arsenal's high defensive line. The team will need to be disciplined and organised at the back to withstand Arsenal's expected pressure.

• Gabriel Martinelli vs Neco Williams: Martinelli's pace and dribbling skills will be put to the test against Williams' defensive capabilities.

• Viktor Gyökeres vs Murillo: Gyökeres' physical presence and finishing will challenge Murillo's defensive solidity.

• Declan Rice (Arsenal): Rice's ability to control the midfield and break up play will be crucial for Arsenal's dominance.

• Morgan Gibbs-White (Nottingham Forest): Gibbs-White's creativity and vision could be key in unlocking Arsenal's defence on the counter-attack.

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