Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle: Lineups, Team News and Prediction

The Premier League season draws to a close with a crucial encounter at The City Ground, where 16th-placed Nottingham Forest host 13th-placed Newcastle. This Saturday, 10th May 2026, at 13:00 UTC, the hosts will be looking to secure their top-flight status, while the visitors are desperate to keep their faint European hopes alive.

Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle Form

Nottingham Forest approach this fixture having experienced a mixed bag of results in their recent outings. Their last match saw them fall to a 4-0 defeat away to Aston Villa in the Europa League. Despite this setback, Forest's recent Premier League form has been impressive, with the team winning three of their last six matches, alongside two draws and a single loss. This strong run sees them ranked 1st in the league for form over the last six games. Notably, the City Ground outfit has scored at least three goals in their last three Premier League matches and secured victories in all three of those games.

Newcastle, on the other hand, secured a 3-1 home victory against Brighton in their most recent Premier League fixture. However, the Magpies' overall form has been inconsistent, with their last six matches yielding three wins and three losses. Over 2.5 goals have been scored in 10 of Newcastle's last 12 Premier League games, indicating a tendency for high-scoring encounters involving the Toon.

Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle Head to Head

The last meeting between these two sides saw Newcastle claim a 2-0 victory over Nottingham Forest in October 2025. Looking at their recent history, Newcastle have enjoyed the upper hand in this fixture. Over the last six encounters, the Magpies have won four, with one match ending in a draw (which Newcastle won on penalties in the League Cup) and Forest securing one victory. This demonstrates a clear dominance by the visitors in head-to-head battles. Newcastle have also scored at least two goals in their last three matches against Nottingham Forest in all competitions.

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Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle Probable Lineups

Nottingham Forest (4-2-3-1):

Sels; Williams, Morato, Milenkovic, Cunha; Domínguez, Anderson; Hutchinson, McAtee, Jesus; Wood

Newcastle (4-3-3):

Pope; Burn, Botman, Thiaw, Trippier; Tonali, Guimarães, Joelinton; Willock, Osula, Murphy

Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle Team News

Nottingham Forest face a significant injury crisis ahead of this crucial match. The hosts are set to be without several key players, including Sangaré, Victor, Savona, Boly, Ndoye, Murillo, and Hudson-Odoi, all sidelined with injuries. Furthermore, Gibbs-White is battling to play again this season following a serious head injury, and Aina is listed as doubtful, potentially ruling him out as well.

Newcastle's injury list is comparatively lighter, though still notable. The Magpies will be missing Livramento, Krafth, Schär, and Miley, all out with injuries. Despite these absences, manager Eddie Howe may opt to stick with the same starting XI that secured the victory against Brighton last weekend.

Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle Match Facts

• Nottingham Forest have scored at least 3 goals in their last 3 matches in Premier League.
• Nottingham Forest have seen over 2.5 goals in 6 of their last 7 home matches against Newcastle in all competitions.
• Nottingham Forest have won their last 3 matches in Premier League.
• There have been over 2.5 goals scored in Nottingham Forest's last 3 games in Premier League.
• There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 10 of Newcastle's last 12 games in Premier League.
• Newcastle have won their last 3 matches against Nottingham Forest in all competitions.
• Newcastle have scored at least 2 goals in their last 3 matches against Nottingham Forest in all competitions.

Prediction: Nottingham Forest 1-1 Newcastle

Nottingham Forest's recent surge in form, coupled with the end of their Europa League commitments, sees them fully focused on securing Premier League survival. Their strength in protecting a lead and attacking down the wings, combined with a tendency to take long shots and play with width, makes them a dangerous prospect at home. However, their weaknesses in aerial duels and defending set pieces could be exploited.

Newcastle, despite their recent inconsistency, will be motivated by the slim chance of European qualification. They boast strengths in attacking and defending set pieces, creating chances through individual skill, and winning aerial duels. Their playing style often involves attempting crosses, playing with width, and controlling possession in the opposition's half. However, they have shown weaknesses in defending against long shots, protecting leads, and defending counter-attacks. Given the stakes for both sides and Newcastle's dominant head-to-head record away from home against Forest, a tightly contested draw seems a plausible outcome.

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While a 1-1 draw is the predicted scoreline, the statistical trends strongly point towards a game with plenty of goals. Nottingham Forest have seen over 2.5 goals in their last three Premier League games and in six of their last seven home matches against Newcastle. Similarly, over 2.5 goals have been scored in 10 of Newcastle's last 12 Premier League outings. Both teams possess offensive strengths and have shown vulnerabilities at the back, making "Over 2.5 Goals" a highly valuable betting angle for this encounter.

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