Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest: Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes’ detailed preview for Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 14:00 BST match.

• Fixture: Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest

• Date: Sunday, 24 August 2025

• Kick-off: 14:00 BST

• Venue: Selhurst Park

Crystal Palace opened the new Premier League campaign with a highly creditable 0-0 draw at London rivals Chelsea. The Eagles produced a solid defensive display. The likes of Eze and Mateta can wreak havoc in attack, too. Eze was unfortunate to have a goal disallowed at Stamford Bridge. 

Forest kicked off the league season by recording a 3-1 home win against Brentford. They'll need to be on their toes to handle Palace's attacking flair, but with Gibbs-White pulling the strings, they could nick a goal or two.

This match could be a cracker, with both teams having the ability to score and defend. Palace might just have the edge at home, but don't count out Forest - they've got the firepower to make it a close one. Expect a lively game with chances at both ends.

Match Prediction: Crystal Palace 2-1 Nottingham Forest

Crystal Palace held their own against a top team like Chelsea in their Premier League opener, courtesy of some top-class defending. 

With Eze and Mateta a constant threat at the other end of the pitch, they'll be confident going into this one. If they can maintain their solid defence and capitalise on their attacking threats, they should be in for a good result.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Draw: 0-0 vs Chelsea (A)

Nottingham Forest recorded an impressive 3-1 victory over Brentford at the City Ground in their first league outing of the season. They've shown they can score, but their defence needs to be tighter. Gibbs-White and Wood will be key if they want to get something from this game. If they can sort out their backline, they might pull off a victory. 

Recent Premier League Results:

• Win: 3-1 vs Brentford (H)

Head-to-Head Record

The head-to-head record between Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest is pretty even, with recent matches often ending in draws. Forest have had a slight edge with a win in their last home game against Palace, but it's anyone's game when these two meet.

Recent Premier League Results

• Crystal Palace 1-1 Nottingham Forest (05 May 2025)

• Nottingham Forest 1-0 Crystal Palace (21 Oct 2024)

• Nottingham Forest 1-1 Crystal Palace (30 Mar 2024)

• Crystal Palace 0-0 Nottingham Forest (07 Oct 2023)

• Crystal Palace 1-1 Nottingham Forest (28 May 2023)

• Cheick Doucouré (Knee) - Out

• Chadi Riad (Knee) - Out

• Daichi Kamada (Knee) - Out

• Eddie Nketiah (Hamstring) - Out

• Matheus França (Muscle) - Doubt

• Nicolás Domínguez (Knee) - Out

• Henderson, Richards, Lacroix, Guéhi, Muñoz, Hughes, Wharton, Mitchell, Sarr, Eze, Mateta

With Eze and Mateta leading the attack, Crystal Palace will look to exploit their pace and creativity. The backline, anchored by Guéhi and Lacroix, should provide a solid foundation to launch their attacks.

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

Nottingham Forest will rely on Gibbs-White's playmaking to unlock Palace's defence. Their defence, led by Murillo and Milenković, will need to be at their best to contain Palace's attacking threats.

• Eberechi Eze vs Morgan Gibbs-White: Eze's creativity against Gibbs-White's playmaking could be the key to unlocking defences.

• Jean-Philippe Mateta vs Chris Wood: Mateta's pace and finishing compared to Wood's physical presence will be a fascinating watch at both ends of the pitch.

• Ismaïla Sarr (Crystal Palace): Sarr's speed in attack could be crucial in breaking down Forest's defence.

• Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest): Anderson's energy and versatility in midfield will be vital for Forest's chances.

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