Nottingham vs Manchester Utd Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips

With Nottingham Forest riding high after their FA Cup triumph over Brighton, they'll be eyeing a crucial victory to bolster their remarkable push for Champions League qualification against a struggling Manchester United side languishing in 13th place.

Nuno Espírito Santo's men hold the psychological edge having won their last league encounter 3-2, while the visitors' injury crisis - with six first-team players potentially missing - could prove decisive despite their recent 3-0 dismantling of Leicester.

All eyes will be on the City Ground tonight as Nottingham Forest's eight-match unbeaten home streak faces its next test when a Manchester United side desperate to salvage something from their forgettable season comes calling.

Nottingham vs. Manchester Utd prediction: who will win?

For tonight's Nottingham vs Manchester Utd matchup, our predictive model gives the Forest a 77.5% chance of defeating the Red Devils.

Nottingham: 77.5% win probability

Impressive league position (3rd place with 54 points compared to United's 13th place)
Strong recent form (WWDLL) with 3 wins in their last 5 matches
Solid defensive record (35 goals conceded, better than Man Utd's 40)

Manchester Utd: 22.5% win probability

Poor away form contributing to their mid-table position (13th with 37 points)
Inconsistent recent results (WDWDL) showing inability to string together wins
Defensive vulnerabilities (40 goals conceded, worse than Nottingham's 35)

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Nottingham vs. Manchester Utd odds

Here are the latest odds for the Premier League fixture where Nottingham will host Manchester Utd at the City Ground on Tuesday, April 01, in what promises to be a thrilling home clash.

	Nottingham	Manchester Utd	Draw
Match Result	13/10 (via Betway UK)	21/10 (via Betway UK)	23/10 ( via Betway UK)

Nottingham vs. Manchester Utd preview

Nottingham Forest's City Ground is buzzing with anticipation as they look to capitalize on their unbeaten home streak against a Manchester United side struggling to find consistency this season.

The Reds, still riding high after their FA Cup penalty shootout victory over Brighton, have been rock-solid at home with no losses in their last eight league matches at the City Ground.

Man United might've thumped Leicester 3-0 in their last outing, with Højlund, Garnacho and Fernandes all finding the net, but their 13th place standing in the table tells the real story of their disappointing campaign.

The recent head-to-head between these clubs has been fascinating – Forest took all three points in their December clash at Old Trafford with a gutsy 3-2 win, suggesting they've figured out how to handle the Red Devils.

Nuno Espírito Santo will likely unleash the pacey Callum Hudson-Odoi from the start, while Morgan Gibbs-White, who scored in their last meeting, poses a serious creative threat through the middle.

United's lengthy injury list doesn't help their cause – they'll be without Martinez, Diallo, Evans, Shaw, and Mainoo, with doubts also hanging over Yoro and Maguire.

Bruno Fernandes remains United's heartbeat in midfield, but Forest's home advantage and superior form make them favorites to edge this one.

Expect a tight, tense affair with Forest's home support potentially making the difference in what could be a crucial match for their Champions League ambitions.

Nottingham vs. Manchester United betting tips

Both Teams To Score - No (11/10)

Manchester United @ Nottingham

Forest's home form suggests a tight defensive display is on the cards for Tuesday's clash.

Both teams have failed to score in Forest's last three home league fixtures, highlighting their recent defensive solidity.

The Red Devils have kept clean sheets in three of their last four away league trips, showing improved defensive organization under ten Hag.

Forest have been particularly stubborn at the City Ground, conceding just five goals in their last ten home games across all competitions.

United's recent wins at Fulham and Leicester without conceding further strengthen the case for at least one team drawing a blank in this encounter.

Bruno Fernandes To Score Anytime (4/1)

Manchester United @ Nottingham

The Portuguese maestro continues to be United's most dangerous attacking threat in the final third.

Fresh from an impressive performance against Leicester where he scored one and created two more, Fernandes arrives at the City Ground in fine form.

As United's primary penalty taker and set-piece specialist, he offers multiple routes to finding the net against Forest.

With Forest potentially missing key defensive personnel, Fernandes could find more space to operate in the final third.

His ability to arrive late in the box and shoot from distance makes him a constant scoring threat even when United aren't at their fluent best.

Manuel Ugarte to be carded (2/1)

Manchester United @ Nottingham

The combative midfielder has developed a concerning disciplinary record, picking up bookings in six of his last nine starts.

Forest excel at drawing fouls in the central areas, which could spell trouble for United's defensive midfield enforcer.

Ugarte's aggressive style often sees him commit tactical fouls when opponents break through United's first line of pressure.

The Uruguayan's eagerness to impress after his summer move has sometimes led to overzealous challenges.

With Forest likely to counter at pace, Ugarte may find himself stretched and forced into situations where a card becomes likely.

Key stats

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Nottingham sits 3rd in the table with 54 points, 17 places above Manchester United who are 13th with 37 points
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Nottingham has scored 49 goals this season compared to Manchester United's 37, showing greater attacking prowess
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Nottingham's recent form (WWDLL) indicates inconsistency with 2 losses in their last 2 matches, while United's form (WDWDL) shows they've lost just once in 5 games
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Nottingham's home advantage could be significant as they've won 16 matches this season compared to United's 10 victories