This Saturday, the Premier League sees Nottingham Forest welcome Wolverhampton Wanderers at the City Ground, in what promises to be a pivotal clash for both teams.
With Forest fighting to stay clear of the relegation zone and Wolves aiming to rectify their recent form, both sides are looking for victory.
Current Form
Forest's Current Form
Nottingham Forest's performance in the Premier League has been a mixed bag recently.
Following a four-point deduction for breaching the league's Profit and Sustainability Rules, they've managed a win, a draw, and a loss in their last three fixtures.
A commendable 3-1 victory over Fulham was a highlight, showing their capability to secure crucial points.
However, they currently sit 17th, teetering just above the relegation zone on goal difference.
Wolves' Current Form
On the other side, Wolverhampton Wanderers are grappling with frustration after a series of disappointing results.
Their latest setback was a controversial 2-1 home defeat to West Ham, marking four Premier League matches without a win.
This slump has seen them drop to 11th in the standings, six points adrift of the top seven.
Team News
Forest Team News
Forest are without key players Taiwo Awoniyi, Nuno Tavares, and Willy Boly due to injuries, though there is hope Awoniyi could return before the season's end.
Despite these absences, Morgan Gibbs-White, against his former club, looks set to continue his influential role, having contributed to four goals in his last four matches.
Wolves Team News
Wolves' injury woes include Pedro Neto and potentially Rayan Ait-Nouri, with the latter doubtful after a calf issue.
Their lineup could see changes, with Matt Doherty possibly stepping in if Ait-Nouri is unavailable.
Key Players
Nottingham Forest's Key Player
For Nottingham Forest, Chris Wood emerges as a vital figure, having netted his fourth goal in as many games against Tottenham.
His form will be crucial for Forest's attacking ambitions.
Wolves' Key Player
Wolves will lean on the likes of Pablo Sarabia, who has been a consistent performer this season, to spearhead their attack and provide the cutting edge they've been missing in recent games.
Scoreline Prediction
Given both teams' form and the stakes involved, we're expecting a closely contested match.
The last two encounters between these sides have ended in 1-1 draws, and a similar outcome could be on the horizon this weekend.
FAQ
What time does the Nottingham Forest vs Wolves match start? The match is scheduled for 3 pm UK time on April 13, 2024.
Where is the match being played? The game will take place at Nottingham Forest's home ground, the City Ground.
What was the outcome of the previous meeting between these two teams? The last encounter ended in a 1-1 draw.
What is at stake for both teams? Nottingham Forest are fighting to avoid relegation, while Wolves aim to improve their league position after a string of poor results.
