Nottingham vs Crystal Palace in an exciting Premier League matchup at the City Ground Stadium. The hosts, under the management of Nuno Espírito Santo, are 10th in the league with 10 points from seven matches. However, they have failed to win their last three league outings. They went through tough results with only a 1-1 draw against Chelsea and then lost in the League Cup to Newcastle after penalties. Nottingham will also be without key man James Ward-Prowse, who is out through suspension following a red card in the Chelsea match.

As for Crystal Palace, things look pretty serious. Under the management of Glasner, they are fighting for an exit in the relegation zone with only three points taken so far. Back-to-back defeats were being witnessed, the latest being a close match that went out 1-0 against Liverpool. Palace’s recent form in light of their 2-1 win against QPR in the League Cup Round of 16 has remained erratic, having won just once in six recent outings. Traditionally, Nottingham Forest has had the upper hand in this match-up, with Palace still seeking a first win this season.

Form Analysis

Nottingham Forest: DDWDLD

Nottingham Forest comes into this game from a 1-1 draw against Chelsea, where they had 33% possession and completed 16 shots, 9 of which were on target. Chris Wood scored in the 49th minute. Offensively, Forest has been performing well but has struggled defensively this season, conceding in five of their last six. Recent form against Crystal Palace also favors them, with Forest not losing in their last seven to them.

This, however, is a concern for Nottingham, who have failed to win in their last six league matches. This could become the critical factor in this coming clash’s end.

Crystal Palace: DDWDLL

Crystal Palace come into this game off of a 1-0 loss to Liverpool, where they only had 32% of the possession and just 9 shots with 5 on target. Diogo Jota’s goal for Liverpool decided the game early on. Palace’s defense has been a weak spot, with the team conceding in five of their last six matches, allowing 7 goals in total.

Their away form is also a problem, with no wins in the last three away league matches, and they haven’t won at Nottingham Forest in their previous three visits.

Nottingham vs Crystal Palace: Predicted Lineups

Nottingham Forest possible starting XI: Sels; Aina, Murillo, Milenkovic, Moreno; Yates, Dominguez; Hudson-Odoi, Anderson, Elanga; Wood

Crystal Palace possible starting XI: Henderson; Guehi, Chalobah, Lacroix; Munoz, Wharton, Lerma, Mitchell; Sarr, Nketiah, Eze

Key Match Insights

• Nottingham Forest: Unbeaten in their last seven matches against Crystal Palace and aiming to end a six-game winless run at home.
• Crystal Palace: on other hand, are continuously suffering in their backline, having been able to win just one in the last six games.

Betting Odds & Predictions

Nottingham Forest enters this match as the clear favorite. The odds from StarBet suggest Nottingham’s win at 2.42, while Crystal Palace is priced at 3.00. Despite some key absences for both sides, Nottingham’s overall strength and recent history against Palace make them the better bet.

Nottingham vs Crystal Palace: Prediction

Nottingham Forest has the advantage given Crystal Palace’s form and injury concerns. With a strong home support and key players stepping up in previous games, Nottingham Forest looks more likely to either win or secure a draw. Expect a tight match with limited goal-scoring opportunities, but Nottingham could edge it.