After a lengthy break from action, Manchester United return to Premier League duty with a tough away trip to the City Ground, where they’ll face high-flying Nottingham Forest on Tuesday, April 1st, 2025. Africa Football editor Allan Damba looks into the upcoming clash and provides his prediction and betting tips.
Match Overview
United are enduring one of their worst league campaigns in recent memory, sitting 13th with just 37 points from 29 games. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest are chasing Champions League qualification, currently placed third with 54 points—making this a high-stakes fixture for both sides.
In their most recent league outings, Manchester United cruised past Leicester City 3-0 thanks to goals from Rasmus Hojlund, Alejandro Garnacho, and Bruno Fernandes. Forest, on the other hand, edged Ipswich Town 4-2 in a thrilling contest.
Nottingham Forest Recent Form Analysis
Forest are unbeaten in their last five games across all competitions, winning two and drawing three. Fabian Hürzeler’s men have kept things tight at the back, conceding just three goals while scoring six during that stretch.
- Last Five Games: 2 wins, 3 draws
- Latest Result: Brighton 0 (3-4 pens) 0 Nottingham Forest
Manchester United Recent Form Analysis
Ruben Amorim’s United side has shown flashes of improvement, going five games unbeaten with two wins and three draws. The Red Devils have scored 10 goals and conceded four during this span, but still remain inconsistent overall, with 12 league losses this season.
- Last Five Games: 2 wins, 3 draws
- Latest Result: Leicester 0-3 Manchester United
Head-to-Head (Last Five Meetings)
- Manchester United 2-3 Nottingham Forest
- Nottingham Forest 0-1 Manchester United
- Nottingham Forest 2-1 Manchester United
- Manchester United 3-2 Nottingham Forest
- Nottingham Forest 0-2 Manchester United
These two sides have traded wins in recent years, but Forest’s recent form and home advantage give them a potential edge in this one.
Our Prediction for Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United
With both sides in decent form and goals flying in at either end, expect another close encounter at the City Ground. Forest’s push for a top-four finish and United’s desire to avoid further embarrassment will likely make this an end-to-end clash.
Recommended Bets:
- Both Teams to Score (YES) — 1.77 odds on 1xBet
- Over 2.5 Goals — 1.96 odds on 1xBet
Player to Watch: André Onana
The Cameroonian goalkeeper will need to be at his sharpest to keep out Nottingham Forest’s dangerous front line. Onana’s shot-stopping and distribution will be vital if United are to come away with anything from this high-pressure fixture.
