Nottingham Forest vs Brentford Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips Predictions

Nottingham Forest vs Brentford Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: Aug 17, 2025 | City Ground| Premier League | 14:00 GMT

Nottingham Forest kick off their Premier League campaign against Brentford, fresh from a superb season that they’ll be eager to replicate in 2025/26. The visitors begin a new chapter without former boss Thomas Frank, as Keith Andrews takes charge for the first time in the league, aiming to stamp his own style on the Bees.

Key Betting Tip: Brentford Double Chance @ 1.64 odds represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Nottingham Forest vs Brentford Predicted Lineups

Nottingham Forest Predicted XI: Sels; Aina, Murillo, Milenković, Williams; Dominguez, Anderson; Ndoye, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Wood

Brentford Predicted XI: Kelleher; Kayode, Collins, Pinnock, Henry; Henderson, Janelt; Carvalho, Damsgaard, Schade; Thiago

Nottingham Forest and Brentford Current League Standings

Both sides will be eager to make a strong start to the 2025/26 season when they meet at The City Ground on Sunday. Nottingham Forest pushed for Champions League qualification last year before a late dip in form, ultimately finishing an impressive 7th. Brentford, meanwhile, secured 10th place and will be looking to see how Keith Andrews shapes the team in his first league campaign following Thomas Frank’s departure to Tottenham Hotspur. For now, the early table sees Brentford 4th and Forest 16th, purely due to alphabetical order.

Nottingham Forest vs Brentford Head-to-Head Timeline

These two sides have been facing off since 1909, with the fixture historically taking place in the lower leagues and, more recently, the Championship. Since their Premier League encounters began in 2022, the teams have met six times in England’s top flight, with Sunday’s clash set to be their seventh meeting.

Recent Head-to-Head Results

01.05.25 Nottm Forest 0-2 Brentford

21.12.24 Brentford 0-2 Nottm Forest

20.01.24 Brentford 3-2 Nottm Forest

01.10.23 Nottm Forest 1-1 Brentford

29.04.23 Brentford 2-1 Nottm Forest

In recent encounters, Brentford have held the upper hand. Over the last five meetings, the visitors have claimed three wins and haven’t suffered an away defeat at Forest since 2019. That record should give Brentford a boost of confidence as they head into the season opener against a formidable Nottingham Forest side.

Nottingham Forest vs Brentford Matches Analysis

Nottingham Forest Last 5 Matches:

Nottm Forest 0-0 Al-Qadsiah

Nottm Forest 0-0 Fiorentina

Birmingham 1-0 Nottm Forest

Nottm Forest 0-0 Estril

Nottm Forest 1-3 Fulham

Nuno Espírito Santo and Nottingham Forest fans would have preferred to head into the season opener in stronger form, with pre-season yielding no wins and attacking struggles evident. Sunday’s clash offers the perfect chance for the home side to reset and deliver when it truly counts.

Brentford Last 5 Matches:

Brentford 2-2 M'gladbach

QPR 0-1 Brentford

Gil Vicente 1-1 Brentford

Wolves 1-1 Brentford

Brentford 2-3 Fulham

Brentford head into the season opener in steady form, with one win, three draws, and one defeat from their last five pre-season fixtures. The visitors will be looking to build on a solid campaign last year and push for European places this season. Fans will be keen to see how Keith Andrews intends to steer the Bees forward under his new leadership.

Nottingham Forest vs Brentford Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with 68% confidence in Brentford Double Chance. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Nottingham Forest vs Brentford Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Brentford Double Chance @ 1.64 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted Brentford Double Chance. Poor Form for the home side and the head-to-head record justifies confidence in this selection.

Key Players to Watch: Nottingham Forest vs Brentford

Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest) – Forest’s focal point in attack, Wood scored 20 Premier League goals last season. His aerial strength and intelligent movement in the box make him the key threat against Brentford’s defence.

Callum Hudson-Odoi (Nottingham Forest) – Bringing creativity and flair from the wing, Hudson-Odoi can unlock tight spaces and deliver dangerous balls into the box.

Thiago (Brentford) – The striker leads Brentford’s attack, combining intelligent movement with sharp finishing. Expect him to be central to any goal-scoring opportunities.

Mikkel Damsgaard (Brentford) – Operating in an advanced playmaker role, Damsgaard excels at linking midfield and attack with silky passes and clever movement, providing the creativity to break down Forest’s defensive lines.

Nottingham Forest vs Brentford Match Facts

Referee: Peter Bankes

Broadcast Details: Sky Sports +

Stadium Information: The City Ground is a football stadium in West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, England, on the banks of the River Trent. It has been home to Nottingham Forest since 1898 and has a capacity of 30,455.