Nottingham Forest is set to welcome Everton to the City Ground for what promises to be a tightly contested match. Both teams have struggled in front of goal recently, suggesting that this encounter could see few chances. Picture it as two middleweight boxers circling one another, each cautious of landing that decisive blow.
Recent Form and Head-to-Head Record
Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest enters the match following two consecutive Premier League defeats. Their most recent loss was a 2-1 setback against Manchester City at home, where they managed only 34 percent possession and recorded just two shots on target. Omari Hutchinson scored their only goal in that match. Prior to the defeat against City, Forest managed only one draw in their last five games, leading to a dip in confidence.
Everton
Everton’s latest match ended in a goalless draw against Burnley at Turf Moor. David Moyes’s side controlled 45 percent of the ball and took six shots on goal but failed to convert any into points. In terms of recent encounters, Everton has had the upper hand against Forest, winning their last two meetings. They secured a 1-0 victory away and a more comprehensive 3-0 win at home. In their last seven head-to-head fixtures, Everton has won four times, while Forest has managed just one victory along with two draws.
Team Statistics
Nottingham Forest Overview
- Last 10 League Games: 4 Wins, 5 Defeats, 1 Draw
- Goals Scored per Game: 1.3 (average)
- Shots on Target: 3.9 (average)
- Total Attempts: 12.2 (average)
- Possession: 45.4% (average)
- Corners Won: 5.8 (average)
- Passes Completed: Approximately 380 per match
- Goals Conceded: 1.3 per game (average)
Top scorers include Morgan Gibbs-White with three goals, and Ibrahim Sangare, Callum Hudson-Odoi, and Nicolo Savona, each contributing two. Sangare and Hutchinson lead in assists with two each, while Matz Sels has recorded two clean sheets.
Everton Overview
- Last 10 League Games: 4 Wins, 4 Defeats, 2 Draws
- Goals Scored per Game: 0.9 (average)
- Shots on Target: 3 (average)
- Total Attempts: 10.4 (average)
- Possession: 42.9% (average)
- Corners Won: 5.3 (average)
- Passes Completed: Approximately 374 per match
- Goals Conceded: 1.1 per game (average)
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall leads the scoring for Everton with three goals, while Thierno Barry, Jack Grealish, Idrissa Gana Gueye, and Michael Keane have each scored once. Iliman Ndiaye, Jake O’Brien, and Carlos Alcaraz have all provided one assist, and goalkeeper Jordan Pickford impressively has five clean sheets.
Key Insights and Betting Tips
Both teams have experienced difficulties generating high-scoring matches. Recent trends in Everton’s away games strongly indicate that under 2.5 goals is a reliable outcome. The Toffees have failed to exceed this total in six consecutive away matches, along with eight of their last ten and 16 of their past 20 fixtures.
With odds around 1.65 reflecting a 60.6 percent implied chance, our analysis suggests a probability closer to 70 percent, making it a compelling betting option.
Final Thoughts
Before placing your bets, be sure to consider any late team news, injuries, or suspensions, and manage your bankroll responsibly. For those seeking higher payouts, consider combining under 2.5 goals with other markets in a custom bet builder. Enjoy the match while keeping your expectations realistic.
Here’s hoping for a tightly fought, tactical affair—if our prediction hits, it might just have a positive impact on your finances!