Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds for Saturday, September 5th

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Nottingham Forest host Tottenham at the City Ground in a Premier League matchup that pits a stubborn home side against a Spurs team still searching for its first goals of the season.

Forest have owned this matchup lately, and the standings tell a similar story of two teams needing points early, with the hosts fancied to at least avoid defeat on home turf.

Tottenham arrive under pressure after two defeats without scoring, and the visitors will lean on new arrivals Omar Marmoush and Savio to finally spark their attack.

Forest have won their last four games against Tottenham in all competitions, with the previous two both ending 3-0, so recent history sits firmly with the hosts.

Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham Recent Results

Forest have failed to win their last five games in the Premier League, a slump that includes losing to Leeds in both the league and cup. They did respond with an impressive display at Liverpool, only for a late equalizer to deny them at Anfield. Morgan Gibbs-White remains central to everything good going forward for the hosts.

Tottenham have started poorly, dropping two defeats without scoring and piling pressure on early. Their attack has looked blunt, with finishing chances a clear weakness. Dominic Solanke is back fit up front, while new signings Omar Marmoush and Savio offer fresh legs. Seven of Spurs' 10 top-flight wins last season came on the road.

Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Nottingham Forest: Nicolo Savona (Injured/out), Ibrahim Sangare (Injured/doubtful)

Tottenham: Xavi Simons (Injured/out), Wilson Odobert (Injured/out), James Maddison (Injured/doubtful)

Nottingham Forest

Ibrahim Sangare will be assessed after missing the trip to Liverpool with a minor calf injury. Summer signing Xaver Schlager could keep his place in midfield. Nicolo Savona (knee) is still weeks away from a return.

Tottenham

Savio could start alongside fellow new arrival Omar Marmoush for the first time, while Dominic Solanke is back fit and likely to get the nod up front. James Maddison (shoulder) faces a late fitness test after missing the last two games. Mohammed Kudus is targeting his first start since January, and Xavi Simons and Wilson Odobert remain long-term absentees.

Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham Predicted Lineup

Nottingham Forest

Formation: 3-4-2-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: Sels; Murillo, Milenkovic, Cunha; Williams, Schlager, McAtee, Aina; Gibbs-White, Ndoye; Jesus

Tottenham

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: Kinsky; Udogie, van de Ven, van Hecke, Porro; Bentancur, Tonali; Marmoush, Fernandes, Savio; Solanke

Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham Key Stats & Game Facts

• Nottingham Forest have won their last four games against Tottenham in all competitions.
• Nottingham Forest have been winning at both halftime and full time in their last four games against Tottenham in all competitions.
• Nottingham Forest have seen over 2.5 goals in their last three games against Tottenham in all competitions.
• Nottingham Forest have scored at least two goals in their last three games against Tottenham in all competitions.
• Morgan Gibbs-White has recorded 1+ shots on target in four of his last four appearances against Tottenham in the Premier League.

Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

Our prediction is a tight, even matchup that ends in a 1-1 tie. Forest are marginal favorites at home with recent history on their side, but Tottenham's road pedigree keeps this close, and with both attacks finding the net, the points look set to be shared.

Best Picks

Nottingham Forest or Tie in the Double Chance market. This selection covers a home win or a tie in the Double Chance market. The projection gives Forest a 65.1% implied probability of avoiding defeat with a slight home edge on a 1.34 to 1.26 expected scoreline, and the hosts have owned this matchup lately.

Both Teams To Score (Yes). Yes lands in the Both Teams To Score market. With a projected total of 2.6 goals and a 52.8% implied probability that both sides find the net, Forest's edge up front and Tottenham's improving attack point toward goals at each end.

Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham Same Game Parlay

This chippy, physical Same Game Parlay pairs cards for Conor Gallagher and Ryan Yates with fouls from Liam Delap and a shot on target from Morgan Gibbs-White.

Conor Gallagher to be shown a card anchors the parlay, backed by him picking up a booking in four of his last five Premier League appearances against Nottingham Forest.

Ryan Yates to be shown a card adds another disciplinary angle, with the Forest midfielder carded in three of his last four Premier League outings when facing Spurs.

Liam Delap over 2.5 player fouls fits the physical theme, with the striker racking up 3+ fouls across all three of his most recent Premier League appearances against Spurs.

Morgan Gibbs-White over 0.5 shots on target rounds it out, having put at least one shot on target in each of his four Premier League showings when lining up against Tottenham.

Right now, this Same Game Parlay prices out at a best of +6000, with no other bookmakers currently offering a different combined price. That means $0 separates the best and worst available payout on a $10 stake.

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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.

Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham Talking Points

This one comes down to whether Tottenham can finally get their season going against a Forest side that keeps finding ways to beat them, having won the last four meetings across all competitions. Spurs have been focused on tightening the distances between their tactical units after a rough start, and their road record last season, where seven of 10 top-flight wins came away from home, gives them something to build on.

Forest's own approach centers on maintaining structural discipline and organizational stability, and with Morgan Gibbs-White pulling the strings and the hosts historically finding goals in this matchup, expect a physical, competitive game where both attacks get their chances.

Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham Predictions FAQs

When is the Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham English Premier League game?

The Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham game is scheduled for 10:00 AM ET / 7:00 AM PT.

Where is Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham being played?

The game between Nottingham Forest and Tottenham will be played at The City Ground.

What is the prediction for Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham?

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What are the latest betting odds for Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham?

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