The Matchday 4 clash in the Premier League between Arsenal and Nottingham Forest will take place on September 13 at the Emirates Stadium in London. Arsenal vs. Nottingham Forest: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Arsenal
The Gunners started the new season confidently, securing victories against Manchester United (1-0) and Leeds United (5-0). However, in the last round, they suffered their first defeat of the current Premier League campaign against a formidable opponent. On the road, the Londoners faced Liverpool and lost 0-1 to the reigning champions. This marked the club's first loss in their last six Premier League matches (4 wins and 1 draw).
- The team has avoided defeat in 13 of their last 15 Premier League matches (7 wins and 6 draws).
- No more than 3 goals have been scored in 13 of Arsenal's last 17 league games.
- In their last 7 home Premier League matches, the Londoners have suffered only 1 defeat (4 wins and 2 draws).
Predicted lineup for Arsenal (4-3-3)
David Raya – Gabriel Magalhães, Jurriën Timber, William Saliba, Riccardo Calafiori – Martín Zubimendi, Declan Rice, Mikel Merino – Gabriel Martinelli, Noni Madueke, Viktor Gyökeres.
Forwards Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Jesus will miss the upcoming matches due to injuries. Midfielder Christian Nørgaard and defender William Saliba are doubtful for this match.
Nottingham Forest
The club started the new season well with a 3-1 victory over Brentford at home. This was followed by a draw away against Crystal Palace (1-1). However, in the last round, they suffered a setback, unexpectedly losing 0-3 at home to West Ham. As a result, the team is currently in 10th place in the league standings.
During the international break, the club dismissed Nuno Espírito Santo. Ange Postecoglou has been appointed as the new head coach. Defender Oleksandr Zinchenko has joined the team.
- In their last 8 Premier League matches, Nottingham Forest has only managed 2 wins (3 draws and 3 losses).
- Both teams scored in 5 of the club's last 7 league games.
- Nottingham Forest is unbeaten in their last 4 away Premier League matches (2 wins and 2 draws).
Predicted lineup for Nottingham Forest (4-3-3)
Matz Sels – Ola Aina, Murillo, Nikola Milenković, Neco Williams – Elliot Anderson, Morgan Gibbs-White, Ibrahim Sangaré – Dan Ndoye, Callum Hudson-Odoi, Chris Wood.
Referee
Darren England (England)
Matches – 21 (Premier League, 2024/25–2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 91;
Average yellow cards per match – 4.3;
Red cards shown – 4;
Average fouls per match – 23;
Penalties – 24%.
Match Prediction: Arsenal vs. Nottingham Forest
The defeat in the last round against West Ham led to the dismissal of Nuno Espírito Santo. I believe that the change in management will not help the club compete for high positions, as the new coach typically excels with his teams only in the second season. Arsenal is also coming off a loss, so they are eager to regain their lost positions. Therefore, I expect the Gunners to come out on top in the upcoming match.
In the last 4 head-to-head encounters, the Londoners have defeated their opponents three times in the league, with one draw. In the last three meetings at the Emirates in the league, Arsenal has emerged victorious, twice with a margin of at least two goals. Additionally, the Gunners have a strong home record in the Premier League, winning 14 of their last 22 home matches, with 6 draws (only 2 losses).
My prediction: Arsenal with a handicap (-1)
* The starting lineup for each team is based on their last match in this tournament.
