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Premier League 2026/27

Nottingham Forest vs Brentford prediction

Our predicted score is 1-0. Below: the goals outlook, the deciding factors and three bets from safe to long shot.

By Vishal Rao, Football EditorUpdated

55%Forest

23%draw

22%Brentford

Predicted score 1-0 (half-time 0-0), from the Malik Mumbai goals model.

Quick overview

  • Our pick: We predict 1-0, with Forest at 55%.
  • Home advantage: Forest have both the better ratings and home advantage, which is worth about a quarter of a goal at City Ground.
  • Goals outlook: 2.8 goals is our expectation, which leaves over 2.5 at a finely balanced 54%.
  • Safest bet: Forest or draw (Double chance), about a 78% chance.

Who will win Forest vs Brentford?

Malik Mumbai predicts Nottingham Forest to beat Brentford, 1-0. We give Forest a 55% chance of winning, the draw 23%, and expect about 2.8 goals in total. Kick-off is Sat, 06 Feb 2027 at 20:30 IST at City Ground.

Predicted score
1-0
Our pick
Forest, 55%
Draw
23%

What will decide it

The three things we think will settle this match, and which side each one helps.

  • Home advantage

    Forest have both the better ratings and home advantage, which is worth about a quarter of a goal at City Ground.

    Helps Forest

  • Goals outlook

    2.8 goals is our expectation, which leaves over 2.5 at a finely balanced 54%.

    Helps Even

  • Quality gap

    Forest are well ahead on our ratings, with the draw at just 23%. An early goal for them would be hard for Brentford to overturn.

    Helps Forest

How many goals in Forest vs Brentford?

Our model's chance of each total. The highlighted column is the most likely outcome.

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Both teams score 54%Over 2.5 goals 54%Expected goals 1.79 / 1.04

Best bets for Forest vs Brentford

One match, three risk levels. The safer bet lands most often; the long shot pays most when it does.

  1. Safer

    Our chance 78%

    Double chance

    Forest or draw

    Pays out on a Forest win or a draw. The odds are low because only an upset loses it.

  2. Value

    Our chance 54%

    Total goals

    Over 2.5

    The model expects 2.8 goals, which clears the line more often than not.

  3. Long shot

    Our chance 11%

    Correct score

    Forest 1-0

    Our predicted result. These markets rarely land, so a small stake is enough.

How the teams line up

Confirmed line-ups arrive about an hour before kick-off.

Home

Nottingham Forest

A solid mid-table side. Forest are hard to break down in front of their own fans at City Ground, but chances can be scarce at the other end too.

Away

Brentford

Brentford are tough to score against on the road at City Ground, though they don't create a great deal themselves.

Match preview

The 2026/27 Premier League brings Brentford to Nottingham Forest's City Ground. Our goals model expects 1.79 goals from Forest and 1.04 from Brentford, which is where the 55% rating for Forest comes from. Check the team sheets, released roughly an hour before kick-off, because one absence can shift the odds more than anything else.

Forest and Brentford: 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 Chelsea on 30 Jan. Their next league game is away at Fulham 4 days after this one. It is game 24 of 38 for them.

Brentford play 7 days after their game at home to Man Utd on 30 Jan. Their next league game is away at Palace 4 days after this one. It is game 24 of 38 for them.

The reverse fixture, at Gtech Community Stadium, was played on Sat, 31 Oct 2026, so this is the second meeting of the season.

  1. 30 JanChelsea vs ForestStamford Bridge
  2. 30 JanBrentford vs Man UtdGtech Community Stadium
  3. 06 FebForest vs BrentfordCity GroundThis match
  4. 10 FebFulham vs ForestCraven Cottage
  5. 10 FebPalace vs BrentfordSelhurst Park

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Nottingham Forest vs Brentford: questions fans ask

Quick answers to what readers ask us most.

Who will win Forest vs Brentford?

Nottingham Forest, on our numbers: Forest 55%, draw 23%, Brentford 22%. The model uses club ratings, home advantage and recent form.

What time is Nottingham Forest vs Brentford in India?

Sat, 06 Feb 2027, 20:30 IST India time (15:00 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 Brentford?

Our safer bet is Forest or draw (78%). For more value we like total goals: Over 2.5 (54%). Always check the confirmed line-ups first.

Forest vs Brentford match kaun jitega?

Malik Mumbai ke model ke hisaab se Nottingham Forest favourite hain. Forest ka chance 55%, draw 23% aur Brentford ka chance 22% hai. Hamara predicted score 1-0 hai. Yeh prediction hai, guarantee nahi.

Where can I watch Forest vs Brentford?

Broadcast rights in India change by season, so check the official Premier League broadcaster listings closer to the day.

What is the score prediction for Forest vs Brentford?

We predict 1-0, with 0-0 at half-time. The single most likely exact score in our model is 1-1 at 11%.

Will both teams score in Forest vs Brentford?

We rate both teams to score at 54%, so it leans yes. Over 2.5 goals is 54%.

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.

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