Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest Preview: Odds, Tips & Prediction



Posted Saturday, January 03, 2026 by 7M Sport

Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest Preview: Odds, Tips & Prediction

[(Aston Villa F.C.) Strength]:
1. In terms of recent form, Aston Villa F.C. won 9 of their last 10 matches, indicating excellent recent performance.
2. Aston Villa F.C. scored 10 goals in their last 5 matches, averaging 2 goals per game, showcasing a fully unleashed attacking firepower.
3. Aston Villa F.C.'s home record this season ranks 3rd in the standings, with 15 goals scored and 7 conceded. So far this season, they have achieved 7 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss at home, with a win rate of 77.8%.
4. The two teams have faced each other 14 times in total, with Aston Villa F.C. achieving 6 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses, holding the upper hand.
5. Aston Villa F.C. won 6 of their last 7 matches in AH, exceeding external expectations.

[(Aston Villa F.C.) Weakness]:
1. Aston Villa F.C. conceded 9 goals in their last 5 matches, averaging nearly 2 goals conceded per game, reflecting poor defensive performance.

[(Nottingham Forest F.C.) Weakness]:
1. In terms of recent form, Nottingham Forest F.C. are currently mired in a three-game losing streak, indicating poor form.
2. Nottingham Forest F.C. scored 9 goals in their last 10 away matches, averaging less than 1 goal per game, reflecting weak attacking firepower.
3. Aston Villa F.C. conceded 5 goals in their last 10 home matches; Nottingham Forest F.C. conceded 12 goals in their last 10 away matches, indicating a certain gap in home and away defensive performance.
4. Nottingham Forest F.C. achieved 2 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses away from home this season, with a win rate of 22.2%. Their away unbeaten rate is less than 50%.
5. In their last 8 encounters, Nottingham Forest F.C. scored 14 goals and conceded 18, showing inferior performance in both attack and defense.
6. Nottingham Forest F.C. lost all of their last 3 matches in AH, falling short of external expectations.

[Tips]:
Aston Villa F.C. currently lead Nottingham Forest F.C. in the standings and naturally aim to extend their advantage.

Comparing recent form, Aston Villa won 9 of their last 10 matches; on the other hand, Nottingham Forest are currently mired in a three-game losing streak.

In terms of head-to-head records, Aston Villa hold the upper hand.

The current odds give the home team a -0.75 handicap, and considering Aston Villa's overall stronger quality, they are favored to win this match.

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