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25th Jan. English Premier League---Brentford VS Nottingham Forest Prediction
English Premier League - Brentford VS Nottingham Forest
Match Time:25-01-2026 22:00 Sunday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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Team News
Brentford come into this game after a disappointing 2-0 loss to Chelsea, but their home record remains a strength (unbeaten in several recent league matches at the Gtech). Injuries continue to bite: long-term absentees like Fábio Carvalho and Antoni Milambo (both cruciate ligament tears) plus Josh Dasilva (ongoing issue) limit options. However, the core squad is largely fit, with Caoimhin Kelleher likely in goal, a back four featuring Michael Kayode and Rico Henry, midfield stability from players like Christian Nørgaard, and attacking threat through Bryan Mbeumo, Yoane Wissa, and others in a 4-2-3-1. Manager will emphasize high pressing and quick transitions at home, where they've scored consistently and frustrated bigger sides.
Nottingham Forest are in a tough spot, battling inconsistency and a leaky defense (conceding regularly on the road). Recent form has been poor away, with few wins and heavy defeats mixed in. Injuries and doubts include key men like Jordan Henderson (ankle, though potentially returning), plus ongoing concerns over defenders and midfielders. Sean Dyche's side should line up compactly, relying on physicality with players like Chris Wood or Taiwo Awoniyi up top for aerial threats, midfield grit, and wingers for counters. Their away struggles (only a handful of points on the road) make this a challenging trip, but desperation could spark a response with a more defensive setup to grind out a result.
Head to Head Analysis
Recent meetings have been competitive and often tight. In the last six encounters, Brentford have won three, Forest two, with one draw—showing no clear dominance. Games average around three goals, with both teams scoring in several. At the Gtech, Brentford have performed well against Forest historically (wins in recent home clashes), exploiting their high-energy style against Forest's vulnerabilities on the road. Forest have occasionally nicked results away but struggle to contain Brentford's pressing and set-piece work. Expect a physical battle with limited space—Brentford controlling possession at home, Forest sitting deep to frustrate and hit on breaks. Low-scoring or narrow margins are common in these fixtures lately.
Prediction
Brentford's strong home advantage, better overall form, and attacking options give them the edge in this one—especially against a Forest side that's inconsistent away and fighting relegation pressure. Forest can be tough to break down when organized, but their poor road record and defensive issues likely see them concede. This should be a hard-fought contest with goals from transitions or set pieces, but Brentford's momentum at the Gtech tips it in their favor.
Final Prediction: Brentford win 2-1 (or 2-0). Hosts to secure the three points—around 60-65% confidence in a Brentford victory, with both teams to score possible but home win the value call.
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