Premier League 2026/27
Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal prediction
1-2 is our call. See where the goals come from, what tips the balance and three bets at rising risk.
34%Forest
25%draw
41%Arsenal
Quick overview
- Our pick: We predict 1-2, with Arsenal at 41%.
- Home advantage: Forest have home support, but Arsenal are strong enough to overcome it.
- Goals outlook: Our model expects 2.9 goals, right on the line. Over 2.5 goals is close to a coin flip at 54%.
- Safest bet: Arsenal or draw (Double chance), about a 66% chance.
Who will win Forest vs Arsenal?
Our Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal prediction is 1-2. Arsenal are 41% to win, the draw is 25%, and both teams score in 58% of our simulations. The match kicks off Sun, 18 Oct 2026 at 21:00 IST.
- Predicted score
- 1-2
- Our pick
- Arsenal, 41%
- Draw
- 25%
What will decide it
The three things we think will settle this match, and which side each one helps.
Home advantage
Forest have home support, but Arsenal are strong enough to overcome it. Home advantage narrows the gap without closing it.
Helps Even
Goals outlook
Our model expects 2.9 goals, right on the line. Over 2.5 goals is close to a coin flip at 54%.
Helps Even
Quality gap
Our ratings put Arsenal clearly ahead, and the draw is only 25%. If Arsenal score first, Forest may struggle to come back.
Helps Arsenal
How many goals in Forest vs Arsenal?
Our model's chance of each total. The highlighted column is the most likely outcome.
Best bets for Forest vs Arsenal
One match, three risk levels. The safer bet lands most often; the long shot pays most when it does.
Safer
Our chance 66%
Double chance
Arsenal or draw
Wins if Arsenal win or the game ends level. Low odds, but it only loses to an upset.
Value
Our chance 58%
Both teams to score
Yes
Both attacks should create chances. We rate it 58%.
Long shot
Our chance 9%
Correct score
Arsenal 1-2
The scoreline our model predicts. Correct-score markets pay long odds, so keep the stake small.
How the teams line up
Confirmed line-ups arrive about an hour before kick-off.
Home
Nottingham Forest
A steady mid-table team, Forest defend well in front of their own fans at City Ground but can struggle to turn possession into chances.
Away
Arsenal
One of the league's best sides. Arsenal should have most of the ball on the road at City Ground, so the question is whether Forest can stay compact for 90 minutes.
Match preview
Nottingham Forest host Arsenal at City Ground in the Premier League 2026/27. Arsenal get a 41% rating from our model, which expects 1.35 goals from Forest and 1.50 from Arsenal. Team news lands about an hour before kick-off, and a key absence can move this more than anything else, so check the line-ups before you bet.
Forest and Arsenal: the games either side
Rest days and what comes next for both clubs, from the published Premier League fixture list.
Forest play 7 days after their game away at Palace on 11 Oct. Their next league game is away at Ipswich 5 days after this one. It is game 7 of 38 for them.
Arsenal play 8 days after their game at home to Leeds on 10 Oct. Their next league game is at home to Everton 6 days after this one. It is game 7 of 38 for them.
The reverse fixture, at Emirates Stadium, is on Sat, 15 May 2027, so this is the first of two league meetings this season. In the UK this match is on Sky Sports.
- 10 OctArsenal vs LeedsEmirates Stadium
- 11 OctPalace vs ForestSelhurst Park
- 18 OctForest vs ArsenalCity GroundThis match
- 23 OctIpswich vs ForestPortman Road
- 24 OctArsenal vs EvertonEmirates Stadium
More Forest and Arsenal predictions
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- 31 OctBrentford vs Nottingham ForestPremier League, 20:30 IST
- 24 OctArsenal vs EvertonPremier League, 19:30 IST
- 01 NovLiverpool vs ArsenalPremier League, 22:00 IST
- 18 OctAFC Bournemouth vs SunderlandPremier League, 18:30 IST
Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal: questions fans ask
Quick answers to what readers ask us most.
Who will win Forest vs Arsenal?
Our pick is Arsenal. We rate Forest at 34%, the draw at 25% and Arsenal at 41%, from club ratings, home advantage and form.
What time is Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal in India?
Sun, 18 Oct 2026, 21:00 IST India time (16:30 UK), at City Ground in Nottingham. Broadcast changes can shift Premier League fixtures, so confirm nearer kick-off.
What is the best bet for Forest vs Arsenal?
Our safer bet is Arsenal or draw (66%). For more value we like both teams to score: Yes (58%). Always check the confirmed line-ups first.
Forest vs Arsenal match kaun jitega?
Malik Mumbai ke model ke hisaab se Arsenal favourite hain. Forest ka chance 34%, draw 25% aur Arsenal ka chance 41% hai. Hamara predicted score 1-2 hai. Yeh prediction hai, guarantee nahi.
Is it legal to bet on the Premier League in India?
Not for real money online. India's Online Gaming Act 2025 bans online money games, including betting, along with their advertising and payment processing. Our legal guide explains what is still allowed. This is not legal advice, and you must be 18 or over.
How many goals will there be in Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal?
Our model expects 2.9 goals. The most likely total is 2 goals, and there is a 6% chance of a 0-0.
Where can I watch Forest vs Arsenal?
In the UK it is on Sky Sports. Broadcast rights in India change by season, so check the official Premier League broadcaster listings closer to the day.
Still unsure? Ask our team
Fixture dates and kick-off times follow the Premier League's published schedule and can change for TV or cup games. Predictions, projected scores and win percentages on this page come from Malik Mumbai's own model, built from team strength, venue history and conditions. They are estimates, not guarantees, and only a bookmaker's live odds settle a bet. 18+ only. Set a limit before you play and bet responsibly.