Nottingham Forest vs Leeds United: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: Nottingham Forest vs Leeds United

• Date: Sunday, 09 November 2025

• Kick-off: 14:00 GMT

• Venue: The City Ground

Nottingham Forest are coming off a tough run, with only one draw in their last five games. They'll be desperate to turn things around at home, where they've struggled lately. Leeds, on the other hand, have shown some fight, managing a win and a draw in their recent outings. This could be a tight affair, with Forest likely to press hard from the start to get the crowd behind them.

Leeds have the firepower to exploit Forest's shaky defence, but they'll need to be solid at the back themselves. Forest's midfield could control the game if they find their rhythm, but it's a big if. Expect a scrappy, end-to-end match with both teams looking to nick a crucial win.

Forest's recent form has been dismal, with four losses and one draw in their last five games. They've been poor at home, losing two of their last three at the City Ground. This could play on their minds, but they'll be eager to put on a show for their fans. If they can shore up their defence and get their midfield ticking, they might just pull off a result.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Draw: 2-2 vs Manchester United (H)

• Loss: 0-2 vs AFC Bournemouth (A)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Chelsea (H)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Newcastle United (A)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Sunderland (H)

Leeds have had a mixed bag recently, with a win, three losses, and a draw in their last five. They've shown they can score goals, but their defence has been leaky at times. Away from home, they'll need to be more disciplined if they want to come away with points. If they can keep it tight at the back and hit Forest on the break, they could cause an upset.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Loss: 0-3 vs Brighton & Hove Albion (A)

• Win: 2-1 vs West Ham United (H)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Burnley (A)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Tottenham Hotspur (H)

• Draw: 2-2 vs AFC Bournemouth (H)

In their recent meetings, neither side have had the upper hand. Leeds beat Forest 2-1 in their last encounter in April 2023. However, Forest managed a 1-0 win a couple of months earlier. This suggests a closely fought rivalry, with both teams capable of coming out on top.

Recent Premier League Results

• Leeds United 2-1 Nottingham Forest (04 Apr 2023)

• Nottingham Forest 1-0 Leeds United (05 Feb 2023)

• Ola Aina (Hamstring) - Out

• Douglas Luiz (Hamstring) - Out

• Dilane Bakwa (Unknown) - Doubt

• Oleksandr Zinchenko (Unknown) - Doubt

• Angus Gunn (Knee) - Doubt

• Chris Wood (Knee) - Doubt

• Wilfried Gnonto (Calf) - Doubt

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

With a strong midfield featuring Hudson-Odoi and Gibbs-White, Forest will look to control the game and create chances for Jesus up top. Their defence will need to be more solid than in recent games to keep Leeds at bay.

• Predicted lineup: Perri (GK), Bogle (DF), Rodon (DF), Bijol (DF), Gudmundsson (DF), Ampadu (MF), Aaronson (MF), Longstaff (MF), Tanaka (MF), Okafor (MF), Calvert-Lewin (AT)

Leeds will rely on the pace of Okafor and Tanaka in midfield to exploit Forest's defence. Rodon and Bijol will need to be at their best to handle Jesus and Ndoye's attacking threat.

• Igor Jesus vs Jaka Bijol: This will be a key battle, with Jesus looking to use his pace and strength to get past Bijol's solid defending.

• Callum Hudson-Odoi vs Brenden Aaronson: Hudson-Odoi's creativity will be tested against Aaronson's tireless running and pressing on the flank.

• Dan Ndoye (Nottingham Forest): Ndoye's versatility and goal threat make him a crucial player for Forest, capable of turning the game in their favour.

• Ao Tanaka (Leeds United): Tanaka's energy and ability to break lines will be vital for Leeds as they look to hit Forest on the counter.

Nottingham Forest vs Leeds United at 14:00 GMT on Sunday, 09 November 2025 is being broadcast live for viewers in the UK on Sky Sports Premier League

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Nottingham Forest 1-1 Leeds United

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