Match Overview
- Date and Time: April 1, 2025, at 20:00 BST
- Venue: The City Ground, Nottingham
- Competition: English Premier League
Team Form and Standings
Nottingham Forest:
Nottingham Forest has also been one of the frontrunners this season, holding third position in the Premier League with 54 points from 29 matches. Their latest FA Cup semi-final qualification is an added incentive for their season.
Manchester United:
Manchester United hasn't been fortunate this season, being at 13th position with 37 points. Yet, their seven-match unbeaten streak promises revitalization under coach Ruben Amorim.
H2H Stats (Head-to-Head Record)
- Total Meetings: 86
- Manchester United Wins: 43
- Nottingham Forest Wins: 26
- Draws: 17
Last meeting (Dec 24, 2024): Nottingham Forest 3-2 Manchester United (first win at Old Trafford since 1994).
Team News and Expected Lineups
Nottingham Forest:
- Out: Chris Wood (hip injury)
- Expected Lineup:
- GK: Matz Sels
- DEF: Williams, Boly, Niakhaté, Toffolo
- MID: Yates, Mangala, Gibbs-White
- FOR: Elanga, Awoniyi, Johnson
Manchester United:
- Returning: Harry Maguire, Leny Yoro
- Out: Luke Shaw, Kobbie Mainoo (not match-fit)
- Expected Lineup:
- GK: Andre Onana
- DEF: Dalot, Yoro, Maguire, Malacia
- MID: Casemiro, Ugarte, Fernandes
- FOR: Garnacho, Højlund, Sancho
Key Players to Watch
- Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United): Creativity in the middle of the park and leadership.
- Anthony Elanga (Nottingham Forest): Facing his former club, he should be a key attacking threat.
Tactical Analysis
- Nottingham Forest: Balanced approach with a strong midfield and counter-attacks.
- Manchester United: Possession-based football with an emphasis on midfield control.
Match Prediction
Nottingham Forest 2 - 2 Manchester United
Betting Tips
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Strong attacking potential from both teams.
- Over 2.5 Goals: Both teams have been involved in high-scoring matches.
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