Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups - November 23, 2024
On Saturday, Arsenal will host Nottingham Forest at the Emirates Stadium in a key match of the 12th round of the Premier League. A good opportunity for a wager on the total goals scored in this fixture.
Match Preview
Arsenal come into this match amidst a worrying four-game winless streak — their longest such run in the Premier League since April of the previous year. It was during a similar slump that they lost the title to Manchester City.
Mikel Arteta’s side has drawn with Liverpool (2-2) and Chelsea (1-1) while suffering defeats to Bournemouth (0-2) and Newcastle (0-1). These results have dropped them to fourth place, just one point ahead of ninth. However, they continue to impress at home, maintaining an eight-match unbeaten streak at the Emirates with six wins and two draws. This form will boost their confidence as they prepare for this crucial home match.
Nottingham Forest suffered a painful 1-3 loss to Newcastle last time out, ending their four-match unbeaten run in the league. During that stretch, they won three and drew once. Currently, Forest is just one place below Arsenal in the standings, separated only by goal difference. Their strong defense has been key to their success, conceding just 10 goals this season — the second-best record in the league, behind only Liverpool’s six goals conceded.
Probable Line-ups
- Arsenal: David Raya – Jurrien Timber, Ben White, Gabriel Magalhães, Thomas Partey – Mikel Merino, Declan Rice – Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, Bukayo Saka – Kai Havertz.
- Nottingham Forest: Matt Sells – Ola Aina, Alex Moreno, Murillo, Nikola Milenković – Ryan Yates, Nicolás Domínguez – Anthony Elanga, Elliot Anderson, Callum Hudson-Odoi – Chris Wood.
Match Facts & Head-to-Head
- Arsenal has conceded in each of their last seven league matches.
- Arsenal has won three of the last four encounters against Nottingham Forest, with one loss.
- The “Over 2.5 Goals” bet has won in three of the last five meetings.
Prediction
Although Nottingham Forest is having a strong season, their chances against Arsenal away are slim. Given Arsenal's attacking strength and Forest's solid defense, we expect a high-scoring match. Our bet is on "Over 2.5 Goals" at a value of 1.84.
