Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest (Premier League) — Kick-off, H2H Stats, Team News & Prediction
Match Fundamentals (Football Match Today)
- Fixture: Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest
- Competition: Premier League, Matchday 2
- Date: Sunday, 24 August 2025
- Kick-off: 14:00 BST (16:00 EAT / Nairobi)
- Venue: Selhurst Park, London
- How to follow: Palace confirm TV & live updates details for fans, with a 14:00 BST kick-off. (Crystal Palace F.C.)
⚠️ Note: Some sources cite a 15:00 kickoff; the club provides 14:00 BST as official. (Crystal Palace F.C., Sportsgambler)
Head-to-Head (H2H stats)
- All six league games since Forest's 2022 promotion have been tight — either draws or decided by one goal. (Sports Mole)
- Longer-term H2H leans Forest: data sets have Forest ahead on overall wins; Palace have a smaller share with a number of draws. (Data varies slightly by provider but trend is maintained.)
(FCTables, AiScore, 11v11) - Recent PL meetings:
- 5 May 2025: Palace 1–1 Forest (Selhurst Park)
- 21 Oct 2024: Forest 1–0 Palace (City Ground)
- 30 Mar 2024: Forest 1–1 Palace (City Ground). (Crystal Palace F.C.)
H2H takeaway: A low-scoring game is expected — one goal either way or a draw remains the most probable outcome. (Sports Mole)
Context & Narrative
There is extra spice to this one after the summer dispute over European eligibility linked to multi-club ownership issues, which demoted Palace from the Europa League to the Conference League and had Forest considered beneficiaries. That's extra bite in the stands for this match. (The Guardian)
Palace also miss a post-Eberechi Eze world amid news of his big-money move to Spurs — a massive creative blow that affects today's attacking approach. (The Sun)
Form Guide (last week)
- Crystal Palace: Beat Fredrikstad 1–0 midweek (UEFA Conference League playoff first leg) — Mateta scored. (Sportskeeda)
- Forest: Early-season optimism after a good summer of recruitment has been widely trailed; expect a more front-foot Forest than on previous visits to SE25. (Racing Post)
Team News & Predicted Lineups
Crystal Palace injuries/suspensions
- Out: Cheick Doucouré (knee), Chadi Riad (knee), Eddie Nketiah (thigh/hamstring), Matheus França (muscle)
- Doubtful/return timeline: Daichi Kamada close but not expected to be available according to the manager's update. (Sports Mole, Crystal Palace F.C., BeSoccer)
Sports Mole predicted XI (3-4-3):
Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Guehi; Muñoz, Wharton, Hughes, Mitchell; Sarr, Mateta, Devenny. (Sports Mole)
Nottingham Forest
Forest have been active in the window and arrive with a more powerful squad; exact predicted XI and last-minute checks are tracked by previews and betting notes released this weekend. (Racing Post)
Tactical Preview & Key Battles
- Palace press vs. Forest build-up: Glasner's narrow 3-4-3 is aiming to trap wide, then spring Mateta and the wing-backs free. No Eze to playmake the ball forward, Wharton/Hughes must connect thirds quickly. (Sports Mole, The Sun)
- Set-pieces: With margins likely to be small in this H2H, restarts could decide — Forest's aerial threat vs. Guehi/Lacroix organisation will be crucial. (Sports Mole)
- Emotion management: Off-pitch drama could add intensity but also risk cards and defensive errors. (The Guardian)
Odds, Tips & Bet Builder Ideas (responsible betting)
Pundits prefer BTTS or under 2.5 goals in most previews due to the close nature of the fixture. Acca columns this weekend even picked out BTTS at Selhurst Park. Always check live odds before staking. (Racing Post, TalkSport)
Leans (not financial advice):
- Under 2.5 Goals or Draw in primary market
- Anytime scorer: Jean-Philippe Mateta (form + position) (Sportskeeda)
Expert Score Prediction
- Crystal Palace 1–1 Nottingham Forest — meetings between the two have been razor-tight since 2022, and recent team news and context suggests another tight outcome. (Sports Mole)
How to Watch/Follow
Official club channels provide broadcast and live coverage details of the 14:00 BST kick-off at Selhurst Park. Local listings should be checked outside the UK. (Crystal Palace F.C.)
Quick FAQ
What time is Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest today?
14:00 BST (16:00 EAT) on Sunday, 24 August 2025. (Crystal Palace F.C.)
Where is the match played?
Selhurst Park, London. (Crystal Palace F.C.)
Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest H2H — who's on top?
Forest hold the advantage in the record book; recent PL matches mostly draws/1-0s. (FCTables, Sports Mole)
Crystal Palace injuries today?
Doucouré, Riad, Nketiah, França out; Kamada nearing fitness but unlikely to return today. (Sports Mole, Crystal Palace F.C.)
This preview is based on club announcements and reliable previews for timing, team news and context. For any last-minute changes (lineups, injuries), refresh official sources shortly before kick-off. (Crystal Palace F.C., Sports Mole)
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