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

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Nottingham Forest vs Brighton in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 14:05 GMT match.

• Fixture: Nottingham Forest vs Brighton
• Date: Sunday, 30 November 2025
• Kick-off: 14:05 GMT
• Venue: City Ground

Nottingham Forest are coming into this match with a bit of swagger after thumping Liverpool and Leeds. Their recent form suggests they're finding their rhythm, especially at home, where they've been solid, drawing with Manchester United and beating Leeds.

They'll likely look to exploit their attacking prowess, with players like Jesus and Gibbs-White causing havoc up top. However, they'll need to be wary of Brighton's knack for nicking goals on the road, as seen in their wins over Newcastle and Brentford.

Brighton, on the other hand, have been a bit of a mixed bag lately. They've shown they can grind out results, like the draw against Crystal Palace, but also have the firepower to win convincingly at home. Their away form has been less consistent, but they've managed to score in most of their recent games. This match could be a tight affair, with Brighton looking to counter Forest's attacking threat with their own flair in midfield and up front.

Nottingham Forest are riding high after back-to-back wins against Liverpool and Leeds. This surge in form could give them the confidence to take on Brighton, especially at home, where they've been unbeaten in their last three matches.

However, their recent losses to Bournemouth and Chelsea show they can be vulnerable, particularly away from home. If they can maintain their attacking momentum and tighten up at the back, they stand a good chance of continuing their winning streak.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Win: 3-0 vs Liverpool (A)

• Win: 3-1 vs Leeds (H)

• Draw: 2-2 vs Manchester United (H)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Bournemouth (A)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Chelsea (H)

Brighton have had a decent run of late, with three wins in their last five games. Their ability to score goals, as seen in their victories over Brentford, Leeds, and Newcastle, suggests they can pose a threat to any team. However, their draw against Crystal Palace and loss to Manchester United show they can struggle against strong opposition. If they can find their rhythm early and exploit any defensive lapses from Forest, they could come away with a positive result.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Win: 2-1 vs Brentford (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Crystal Palace (A)
• Win: 3-0 vs Leeds (H)
• Loss: 2-4 vs Manchester United (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Newcastle (H)

The head-to-head record between Nottingham Forest and Brighton has been quite varied recently. Forest had a stunning 7-0 victory over Brighton earlier this year, showcasing their potential to dominate. However, Brighton have also had their moments, winning 2-3 at Forest's ground in November 2023 and securing a 1-0 victory in March of the same year.

Their most recent FA Cup encounter ended in a penalty shootout win for Forest after a goalless draw, suggesting the upcoming match could be another close contest.

Recent Premier League Results

• Brighton 0-0 (3-4 pen.) Nottingham Forest (29 Mar 2025) - FA Cup

• Nottingham Forest 7-0 Brighton (01 Feb 2025)

• Brighton 2-2 Nottingham Forest (22 Sep 2024)

• Brighton 1-0 Nottingham Forest (10 Mar 2024)

• Nottingham Forest 2-3 Brighton (25 Nov 2023)

• Ola Aina (Hamstring) - Out

• Douglas Luiz (Hamstring) - Out

• Dilane Bakwa (Muscle) - Doubt

• Oleksandr Zinchenko (Strain) - Doubt

• Angus Gunn (Knee) - Doubt

• Chris Wood (Knee) - Doubt

• James Milner (Muscle) - Out

• Adam Webster (Cruciate Ligament) - Out

• Solly March (Knee) - Out

• Kaoru Mitoma (Foot) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Sels (GK), Savona (DF), Milenković (DF), Murillo (DF), Williams (DF), Sangaré (MF), Anderson (MF), Ndoye (MF), Gibbs-White (MF), Domínguez (MF), Jesus (AT)

Nottingham Forest's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining a solid defensive structure while allowing their attacking players, like Jesus and Gibbs-White, to exploit spaces. Their recent form indicates they'll look to control the midfield with Sangaré and Anderson, setting the tempo of the game.

• Predicted lineup: Verbruggen (GK), Wieffer (DF), Hecke (DF), Boscagli (DF), Kadıoğlu (DF), Baleba (MF), Ayari (MF), Minteh (MF), Rutter (MF), Gómez (MF), Welbeck (AT)

Brighton's predicted lineup hints at a balanced approach, with a strong defensive line and creative options in midfield. They'll likely rely on the likes of Minteh and Gómez to unlock Forest's defense and create scoring opportunities.

• Jesus vs Van Hecke: This matchup will be crucial, with Jesus looking to use his attacking prowess to break through the Seagulls' defence led by Van Hecke.

• Sangaré vs Baleba: Sangaré will need to control the midfield and prevent Baleba from dictating play and creating chances for Brighton.

• Gibbs-White (Nottingham Forest): Gibbs-White's creativity and goal-scoring ability make him a vital player for Forest, capable of turning the game in their favour.

• Gómez (Brighton): Gómez's versatility and ability to contribute both defensively and offensively make him a key figure for Brighton's midfield.

Nottingham Forest vs Brighton at 14:05 GMT on Sunday, 30 November 2025, will be broadcast live for viewers in the UK on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Ultra HDR.

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Nottingham Forest 2-1 Brighton.

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