Premier League 2026/27
Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle United prediction
We predict 0-1. Here is how the goals should come, what decides it, and three bets at different risk levels.
37%Forest
25%draw
38%Newcastle
Quick overview
- Our pick: We predict 0-1, with Newcastle at 38%.
- Home advantage: Home advantage helps Forest, but not enough to close the gap to Newcastle.
- Goals outlook: At 2.8 expected goals, the 2.5 line is a near coin flip (53% for the over).
- Safest bet: Newcastle or draw (Double chance), about a 63% chance.
Who will win Forest vs Newcastle?
Malik Mumbai predicts Newcastle United to beat Nottingham Forest, 0-1. We give Newcastle a 38% chance of winning, the draw 25%, and expect about 2.8 goals in total. Kick-off is Wed, 03 Mar 2027 at 01:30 IST, next day at City Ground.
- Predicted score
- 0-1
- Our pick
- Newcastle, 38%
- Draw
- 25%
What will decide it
The three things we think will settle this match, and which side each one helps.
Home advantage
Home advantage helps Forest, but not enough to close the gap to Newcastle.
Helps Even
Goals outlook
At 2.8 expected goals, the 2.5 line is a near coin flip (53% for the over).
Helps Even
Quality gap
Newcastle are well ahead on our ratings, with the draw at just 25%. An early goal for them would be hard for Forest to overturn.
Helps Newcastle
How many goals in Forest vs Newcastle?
Our model's chance of each total. The highlighted column is the most likely outcome.
Best bets for Forest vs Newcastle
One match, three risk levels. The safer bet lands most often; the long shot pays most when it does.
Safer
Our chance 63%
Double chance
Newcastle or draw
Covers a Newcastle win and the draw, so only an upset beats it. Expect a short price.
Value
Our chance 57%
Both teams to score
Yes
Both attacks should create chances. We rate it 57%.
Long shot
Our chance 9%
Correct score
Newcastle 0-1
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
Newcastle United
A strong, well-drilled team. Newcastle tend to win games on the road at City Ground by controlling midfield rather than overwhelming opponents.
Match preview
The 2026/27 Premier League brings Newcastle United to Nottingham Forest's City Ground. Our goals model expects 1.38 goals from Forest and 1.42 from Newcastle, which is where the 38% rating for Newcastle comes from. Line-ups arrive about an hour before kick-off. A missing key player can change this more than any other factor, so wait for them.
Forest and Newcastle: the games either side
Rest days and what comes next for both clubs, from the published Premier League fixture list.
Forest play 4 days after their game away at Everton on 27 Feb. Their next league game is away at Spurs 10 days after this one. It is game 28 of 38 for them.
Newcastle play 4 days after their game at home to Brentford on 27 Feb. Their next league game is away at Bournemouth 10 days after this one. It is game 28 of 38 for them.
The reverse fixture, at St James' Park, was played on Wed, 30 Dec 2026, so this is the second meeting of the season.
- 27 FebEverton vs ForestHill Dickinson Stadium
- 27 FebNewcastle vs BrentfordSt James' Park
- 03 MarForest vs NewcastleCity GroundThis match
- 13 MarSpurs vs ForestTottenham Hotspur Stadium
- 13 MarBournemouth vs NewcastleVitality Stadium
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- 20 MarNewcastle United vs Leeds UnitedPremier League, 20:30 IST
- 03 MarAFC Bournemouth vs Tottenham HotspurPremier League, 01:30 IST, next day
Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle United: questions fans ask
Quick answers to what readers ask us most.
Who will win Forest vs Newcastle?
We back Newcastle United. Malik Mumbai's model gives Forest 37%, the draw 25% and Newcastle 38%, based on our club ratings, home advantage and recent form.
What time is Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle United in India?
The game starts at 01:30 IST, next day India time on Wed, 03 Mar 2027, which is 20:00 in the UK, at City Ground, Nottingham. TV picks can move the date, so check closer to the day.
What is the best bet for Forest vs Newcastle?
For a safer bet, Newcastle or draw (63%). For value, both teams to score: Yes (57%). Wait for the confirmed line-ups first.
Forest vs Newcastle match kaun jitega?
Malik Mumbai ke model ke hisaab se Newcastle United favourite hain. Forest ka chance 37%, draw 25% aur Newcastle ka chance 38% hai. Hamara predicted score 0-1 hai. Yeh prediction hai, guarantee nahi.
Will both teams score in Forest vs Newcastle?
We rate both teams to score at 57%, so it leans yes. Over 2.5 goals is 53%.
Where can I watch Forest vs Newcastle?
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 Newcastle?
We predict 0-1, with 0-0 at half-time. The single most likely exact score in our model is 1-1 at 12%.
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.