AFC Bournemouth vs Nottingham Forest: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: AFC Bournemouth vs Nottingham Forest

• Date: Sunday, 26 October 2025

• Kick-off: 14:00 BST

• Venue: Vitality Stadium

Match Prediction: AFC Bournemouth 2-1 Nottingham Forest

Bournemouth's recent form suggests they'll be pushing hard at home. They've been scoring goals, drawing 3-3 with Palace and winning 3-1 against Fulham. Their attack looks sharp, and they'll fancy their chances against a Forest side that has struggled lately. Expect Bournemouth to control the game and create plenty of chances.

Forest, on the other hand, have been leaking goals left, right, and centre. Three losses in a row, including a 0-3 thrashing by Chelsea, shows they're vulnerable at the back. They'll need to tighten up if they want to get anything from this game. But with Bournemouth's attacking flair, it's going to be tough for them.

Bournemouth are in decent nick, with two wins and three draws in their last five. They've been scoring freely, netting nine goals in those games. This form should give them confidence going into this match. If they keep up this attacking momentum, they'll be hard to stop at home.

Their recent results show they can compete with anyone. Drawing with Palace and beating Fulham are solid performances. They'll be looking to exploit Forest's shaky defence and continue their goal-scoring run. Bournemouth fans have every reason to be optimistic.

Recent Premier League results:

• Draw: 3-3 vs Crystal Palace (A)

• Win: 3-1 vs Fulham (H)

• Draw: 2-2 vs Leeds United (A)

• Draw: 0-0 vs Newcastle United (H)

• Win: 2-1 vs Brighton & Hove Albion (H)

Forest are in a bit of a rut, losing four of their last five games. They've conceded ten goals in those matches, which is a real worry. They'll need to shore up their defence if they want to avoid another defeat. It's going to be a tough ask against Bournemouth's potent attack.

Their only positive result recently was a draw against Burnley, but with such a leaky defence, it's hard to see them getting much from this game. They'll need to be at their best to keep Bournemouth at bay. It's not looking good for the away side.

Recent Premier League results:

• Loss: 0-3 vs Chelsea (H)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Newcastle United (A)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Sunderland (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Burnley (A)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Arsenal (A)

Bournemouth have had the upper hand recently, winning their last home game against Forest 5-0 and winning 3-2 at Forest in December 2023. They've won two of the last five meetings, with three draws. Bournemouth will be confident of continuing their dominance in this fixture.

Recent Premier League results:

• AFC Bournemouth 5-0 Nottingham Forest (25 Jan 2025)

• Nottingham Forest 1-1 AFC Bournemouth (17 Aug 2024)

• AFC Bournemouth 1-1 Nottingham Forest (04 Feb 2024)

• Nottingham Forest 2-3 AFC Bournemouth (23 Dec 2023)

• AFC Bournemouth 1-1 Nottingham Forest (21 Jan 2023)

• Enes Ünal (Cruciate Ligament) - Out

• Julio Soler (International Duty) - Out

• Evanilson (Calf) - Doubt

• David Brooks (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Ola Aina (Hamstring) - Out
• Oleksandr Zinchenko (Muscle) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Petrovic (GK), Jiménez (DF), Diakité (DF), Senesi (DF), Truffert (DF), Adams (MF), Scott (MF), Tavernier (MF), Kluivert (MF), Semenyo (MF), Kroupi (AT)

With a solid backline and a dynamic midfield, Bournemouth will look to control the game and exploit their attacking options. Kroupi up front will be key to breaking down Forest's defence.

• Predicted lineup: Sels (GK), Williams (DF), Murillo (DF), Milenković (DF), Morato (DF), Zinchenko (if fit) (DF), Luiz (MF), Anderson (MF), Sangaré (MF), Gibbs-White (AT), Awoniyi (AT)

Forest will rely on their experienced defenders to keep Bournemouth's attack at bay. Sangaré and Anderson in midfield will need to be at their best to disrupt Bournemouth's rhythm.

• Junior Kroupi vs Murillo: Kroupi's pace and finishing will test Murillo's defensive skills to the limit.

• Alex Scott vs Elliot Anderson: Scott's creativity in midfield will be crucial against Anderson's tenacity and ball-winning ability.

• Justin Kluivert (AFC Bournemouth): Kluivert's versatility and goal threat make him a vital part of Bournemouth's attacking play.

• Ibrahima Sangaré (Nottingham Forest): Sangaré's strength and passing in midfield will be essential for Forest to control the game.

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