Nottingham Forest will look to extend their unbeaten run as they host Fulham at the City Ground. Both teams have made solid starts to the season, with Forest yet to taste defeat and Fulham looking to build on their recent success.
Nottingham Forest Recent Form
Forest remain one of the few unbeaten teams in the Premier League this season. After five games, they have registered two wins and three draws, placing them 8th in the table.
A notable victory came away at Anfield, where they secured a 1-0 win against Liverpool. The team has shown resilience, particularly in defence, conceding just four goals so far.
Injury and team news
Nottingham Forest will be without key player Morgan Gibbs-White, who is suspended after receiving a red card in the last match. Danilo is also sidelined with a knee injury, but there is hope that Willy Boly will return in time for the game.
Last Nottingham Forest Lineup
Here is how Nottingham Forest lined up for their last match:
Fulham Recent Form
Fulham have also made a positive start, sitting just below Forest with eight points. Marco Silva’s side has lost only once this season, with a strong 3-1 win over
Newcastle highlighting their potential. Fulham's defence has been shaky, however, as they’ve failed to keep a clean sheet in their last four games.
Injury and team news
Fulham have no new injury concerns. Carlos Vinicius remains the only absentee due to a calf injury.
Last Fulham Lineup
Here is how Fulham lined up for their last match:
Nottingham Forest vs Fulham - who is the referee and VAR?
Here are the confirmed on-field referees and VAR for the game:
Referee: Josh Smith.
Assistants: Neil Davies, James Mainwaring.
Fourth official: Tim Robinson.
VAR: John Brooks.
Assistant VAR: Ian Hussin.
Nottingham Forest Player To Watch
Chris Wood has been crucial to Forest’s attack, having already scored three goals this season. His physical presence and eye for goal will be key, especially in the absence of Gibbs-White.
Fulham Player To Watch
Emile Smith Rowe has made an instant impact at Fulham following his move from Arsenal, contributing two goals in the Premier League. His creativity in midfield will be important for Fulham’s attack.
Prediction
Given both teams' recent form, a tight game is expected. Forest’s home form has seen a couple of 1-1 draws, and Fulham’s defence has struggled.
A 1-1 draw looks a likely outcome.
Betting Tips
Tip 1
**Under 2.5 goals** - With both sides showing solid defensive performances and not many goals in their recent games, this looks a strong option.
Tip 2
**Correct Score: 1-1** - This result has appeared in both of Forest’s home games this season.
Tip 3
**Chris Wood to score anytime** - Wood has been in fine form and could capitalise on Fulham’s leaky defence.
