Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United Prediction for 1 November 2025 - Football

🔊 With each victory, Manchester United continue to break records under Ruben Amorim. The Red Devils, for the first time under the Portuguese manager, have secured back-to-back wins and then extended it to three consecutive victories. But will United's flawless streak continue as they head to the City Ground? Nottingham Forest, since Sean Dyche's arrival, clinched their first triumph in 11 games on home turf. So, which team has a better chance of success? Let's dive into our editorial prediction.

Head-to-Head

📊 Manchester United have suffered three consecutive defeats to Nottingham in the Premier League. Since the Forest's return to the English top flight, the Red Devils have not shown such hospitality to the once-great team. From 2022 to 2023, United have secured the same three victories. This results in an absolute balance in their head-to-head record, standing at 3-3. Notably, in 4 out of these 6 encounters, the total goals exceeded the 2.5 mark.

Nottingham Forest Team Overview

Sean Dyche made an immediate impact after joining Nottingham, achieving what his predecessor couldn't in eight games—securing a victory. His first triumph as the newly appointed manager came against the previously unbeaten Porto (2-0). However, translating success from the Europa League to the Premier League proved elusive. In the previous round, the Forest had a disappointing trip to Bournemouth (0-2). While it wasn't a case of total dominance by the Cherries, they did manage a slight edge in possession (52% to 48%) and converted it into 13 shots with an xG of 1.78, whereas the visitors had more modest figures—8 shots with an xG of 0.52.

Nottingham's summer signing, Igor Jesus, is gradually adapting to the Premier League. The forward finally made his debut in the starting lineup for Forest in the last round, although he was substituted right after halftime. While he didn't contribute offensively, he excelled in duels despite his modest stature. The Brazilian recorded a 100% success rate in tackles and won 5 out of 6 duels.

Manchester United Team Overview

Ruben Amorim's tactics are finally bearing fruit. The Portuguese manager has steadfastly stuck to the 3-4-3 formation since his arrival at Manchester United. With minimal rotation in attack and none in midfield, the head coach has proven that this lineup is indeed optimal. The Red Devils are currently on a three-match winning streak. During this run, they have defeated two top-7 Premier League opponents—Liverpool (2-1) and Sunderland (2-0). In the latest round, Manchester outgunned the visitors from Brighton (4-2). Although the Seagulls didn't appear significantly weaker than the hosts, with their key players healthy up front, the Mancunians capitalized on their chances even with a modest number of opportunities.

As previously highlighted, Ruben Amorim's strategy focuses on the forward lines. Their active interplay has led Manchester onto a winning path. Over the last three matches, the entire attacking trio has made its mark: Benjamin Sesko (1 goal, 1 assist), Bryan Mbeumo (3 goals, 1 assist), and even the interchangeable Mason Mount and Matheus Cunha (both scoring a goal each). The midfield hasn't been left out either, with Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro combining for 1 goal and 2 assists.

Latest news

Nottingham Forest

🎙 Nottingham Forest's captain paid tribute to Manchester United and their head coach ahead of their upcoming head-to-head clash. "Their recent results are impressive. Clearly, the past couple of years have not been the best for them. But they've stuck with their coach, and in the last four or five matches, we've really seen how Manchester United should play. You know, the persistence and determination with which they aim to compete for the championship title is simply incredible. I feel like the league has overlooked this," said Morgan Gibbs-White.

❌ Nottingham Forest are dealing with two losses in both attack and defense. They are missing two full-backs—Oleksandr Zinchenko (muscle injury) and Ola Aina (hamstring injury). Chris Wood and Dylan Bahamboula have been sidelined with knee issues for the past three games.

Manchester United

🎙 Former Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov has assessed the form of forward Benjamin Sesko. "On the field, he's a big, strong guy; he can run, cover space, and hold the ball. The goals he scored at his previous club were incredible. So, I think he has the potential. I'm optimistic, but cautiously so," the Bulgarian stated.

❌ Manchester's recent results have been heavily influenced by the work of the club's medical staff. Currently, Lisandro Martinez and Harry Maguire are sidelined. The Argentine has been out since last season due to an ACL tear. Maguire missed the previous game against Brighton, but his injury was not serious, and Ruben Amorim is counting on him for matchday 10.

🟨 Referee and Yellow Cards

🟨 Referee and Yellow Cards

The match will be officiated by the head referee Darren England. Over his last 20 Premier League matches, he averages 4.1 yellow cards per game. Head-to-head clashes between these clubs in the Premier League are known for their intense battles, with an average of 4.8 cautions in the last five encounters. For both teams, this upcoming game is crucial for their respective league ambitions. Manchester United are on the cusp of the top six, eyeing European competition, while Nottingham Forest are desperate to escape the relegation zone. Given the stakes, we expect a heated contest. We're backing our expectations with a bet on total yellow cards over 3.5.

⚽️ Goal Prediction

We've identified an intriguing line with appealing odds regarding Nottingham Forest's individual scoring. Surprisingly, the "Tricky Trees" haven't scored more than one goal in their last eight Premier League matches. So why do bookmakers offer such odds on this event? It could be due to Forest's performances in the Europa League, where they've netted twice in each of their three games. Or perhaps it's due to Manchester United's defensive inconsistency, conceding in 4 of their last 5 Premier League outings. Either way, a bet on Nottingham Forest total goals under 1.5 looks very enticing.

🚩 Corner Kick Prediction

Since Sean Dyche's arrival, Nottingham Forest haven't shied away from taking the initiative. It would be unwise to do so with their midfield and flank players. Against Porto and Bournemouth, they maintained an average possession of 49.5%, earning seven corners combined in those two games. Over nine league rounds, Nottingham's average corner count is a solid 4.67. We believe the hosts will comfortably surpass 3.5 corners.

We've already analyzed Nottingham's individual total, so let's now focus on Manchester United's metrics. Given Ruben Amorim's current form, the Red Devils have scored at least two goals in four of their last five Premier League matches. Their cumulative goal stats are impressive, standing at 8.23, and their finishing has been even better—they've consistently overperformed in this stretch of games. Who better to extend this trend against than a struggling Nottingham side? Our main bet is on Manchester United to score over 1.5 goals. Their strong desire to break into the European competition spots should see them overcome the Forest, even on their turf (2-1).