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

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 GMT match.

• Fixture: Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United

• Date: Saturday, 01 November 2025

• Kick-off: 15:00 GMT

• Venue: City Ground

Nottingham Forest are in a bit of a rut, losing their last four matches and drawing one. They'll be desperate to turn things around at home, but it won't be easy against a confident Manchester United side. Forest's defence has been leaky, conceding nine goals in those five games. They'll need to tighten up at the back and hope their attackers can find some form to stand a chance.

Manchester United, on the other hand, are coming off a strong run of form, winning four out of their last five. They've shown they can score goals, netting 11 in those five matches. United will fancy their chances of exploiting Forest's defensive frailties. But they'll need to stay focused and not get complacent against a team fighting for their lives.

Nottingham Forest are in dire need of a win after a run of four losses and one draw in their last five games. They've struggled to score, managing just one goal in that stretch. The pressure is on to perform at home, but confidence must be low. If they can't find a way to be more clinical in front of goal, it's hard to see them getting a result against a strong Manchester United side.

Recent Premier League results:

• Loss: 0-2 vs Bournemouth (A)
• Loss: 0-3 vs Chelsea (H)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Newcastle (A)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Sunderland (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Burnley (A)

Manchester United are in fine form, winning four of their last five matches. They've shown they can score goals, with 11 in those five games. The only blip was a loss to Brentford away from home. United will be confident they can continue their good run and pile more misery on a struggling Nottingham Forest team.

Recent Premier League results:

• Win: 4-2 vs Brighton (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Liverpool (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs Sunderland (H)
• Loss: 1-3 vs Brentford (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Chelsea (H)

In their recent meetings, Nottingham Forest have had the upper hand, winning three out of the last five matches against Manchester United. The most recent encounter saw Forest beat United 1-0 at home. However, United did manage a couple of wins in 2023. It's been a closely contested rivalry, with both teams capable of getting the better of the other on their day.

Recent Premier League results:

• Nottingham Forest 1-0 Manchester United (01 Apr 2025)

• Manchester United 2-3 Nottingham Forest (07 Dec 2024)

• Nottingham Forest 2-1 Manchester United (30 Dec 2023)

• Manchester United 3-2 Nottingham Forest (26 Aug 2023)

• Nottingham Forest 0-2 Manchester United (16 Apr 2023)

• Ola Aina (Hamstring) - Out

• Dilane Bakwa (Unknown) - Out

• Oleksandr Zinchenko (Unknown) - Doubt

• Chris Wood (Knock) - Doubt

• Lisandro Martinez (Knee) - Out

• Harry Maguire (Discomfort) - Doubt

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

With injuries to key players, Nottingham Forest will rely on their predicted lineup to shore up their leaky defence. The midfield will need to work hard to support the attack and create chances for Jesus.

• Predicted lineup: Lammens (GK), Yoro (DF), de Ligt (DF), Shaw (DF), Diallo (MF), Casemiro (MF), Fernandes (MF), Dalot (MF), Mbeumo (MF), Cunha (MF), Šeško (AT)

Manchester United's predicted lineup suggests they'll look to dominate possession and attack with pace. Šeško up front will be key to breaking down Forest's defence.

• Igor Jesus vs Lenny Yoro: This will be a crucial battle between Forest's striker and United's young defender.

• Dan Ndoye vs Diogo Diallo: The midfield duel between Ndoye and Diallo could be key to controlling the tempo of the game.

• Morgan Gibbs-White (Nottingham Forest): His driving runs and clever passing could be vital for Forest to create scoring opportunities.

• Benjamin Šeško (Manchester United): Šeško's goal-scoring prowess makes him a constant threat to Forest's defence.

Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United at 15:00 GMT on Saturday, 01 November 2025 isn't being broadcast live for viewers in the UK

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Nottingham Forest 1-3 Manchester United in this match

Ladbrokes is giving fans the ability to bet on various markets for Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United, including match betting, correct score and anytime scorer odds.

Ladbrokes brings you the most exciting and the to enhance your experience.

For the best Premier League outright predictions, explore our guide.

Odds and market details are accurate as of the time of publication.