Nottingham Forest vs Leicester City: Betting odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview
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Explore our detailed preview for Nottingham Forest vs Leicester in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 14:15 BST match.
Match Details
Fixture: Nottingham Forest vs Leicester City
Date: Sunday 11 May 2025
Kick-off: 14:15 BST
Venue: The City Ground
Our predictions for Nott'm Forest vs Leicester
The match at the City Ground may be a slightly closer matchup than initially anticipated, with Nottingham Forest struggling for form and Leicester aiming to put together a run of wins to end the season. The table suggests Forest should have a comfortable day, but signs of pressure have been creeping into their performances in recent weeks.
That being said, Leicester might struggle to match Forest's intensity and quality, with relegation already confirmed for the Foxes. Buoyed by a win last week, Leicester could still pose a threat, but we can't see Forest slipping up in this huge game.
Prediction: Nottingham Forest 2-0 Leicester City
Form Guide & Team Overview
Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest have had a poor run of form in their recent outings, with their last five Premier League matches showing signs that they are really starting to feel the pressure.
Forest's home form has been impressive for the majority of the season, but unexpected defeats to Everton and Brentford in their last two matches at the City Ground have put real dents in their Champions League hopes. The Reds have now managed just one win their last six games, and will have to get back to winning ways here to maintain their push for the top five.
Last 5 league matches:
- Draw: 1-1 vs Crystal Palace (A)
- Loss: 0-2 vs Brentford (H)
- Win: 2-1 vs Tottenham (A)
- Loss: 0-1 vs Everton (H)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Aston Villa (A)
Leicester
Leicester City, already relegated to the Championship, have had a challenging season, with their last five matches reflecting their struggles.
Despite their relegation, Leicester have shown moments of fight, particularly in their recent home win against Southampton, but their inability to secure consistent wins has been a significant factor in their poor season. Their defence has been a weak point, as evidenced by the heavy defeats against Wolves and Newcastle.
Last 5 league matches:
- Win: 2-0 vs Southampton (H)
- Loss: 0-3 vs Wolves (A)
- Loss: 0-1 vs Liverpool (H)
- Draw: 2-2 vs Brighton (A)
- Loss: 0-3 vs Newcastle (H)
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, Nottingham Forest and Leicester City have had a competitive rivalry across different divisions in English football. Nottingham Forest have had the upper hand in recent encounters, winning the last two, with Leicester not winning at the City Ground since a Championship encounter in 2013.
Recent Premier League Results
- Leicester 1-3 Nott'm Forest (25 Oct 2024)
- Nott'm Forest 2-0 Leicester (14 Jan 2023)
- Leicester 4-0 Nott'm Forest (03 Oct 2022)
Injury & Suspension Report
Nottingham Forest
- Callum Hudson-Odoi (Hamstring) - Out
- Murillo (Hamstring) - Doubt
Leicester City
- Abdul Fatawu (Knee) - Out
- Harry Souttar (Ankle) - Out
- Stephy Mavididi (Muscle) - Out
- Mads Hermansen (Groin) - Out
- Ricardo Pereira (Muscle) - Out
- Bobby De Cordova-Reid (Muscle) - Out
- Facundo Buonanotte (Head) - Doubt
Predicted Lineups & Tactical Setup
Nottingham Forest (4-2-3-1)
Sels; Aina, Milenkovic, Morato, Williams; Yates, Dominguez; Elanga, Gibbs-White, Anderson; Wood
Leicester City (4-2-3-1)
Stolarczyk; Justin, Coady, Faes, Thomas; Ndidi, Skipp; McAteer, Ayew, El Khannouss; Vardy
Key Battles & Players to Watch
- Morgan Gibbs-White vs Wilfred Ndidi: Gibbs-White's creativity and playmaking ability will be crucial for Forest, and Ndidi's task will be to disrupt his rhythm and control the midfield.
- Chris Wood vs Conor Coady: Wood's physical presence and goalscoring prowess will be tested against Coady's defensive organisation and leadership at the back.
- Jamie Vardy vs Nikola Milenkovic: Vardy's experience and pace could pose a threat to Forest's defence, and Milenkovic will need to be at his best to contain the veteran striker.
Fun Fact & Trivia
Jamie Vardy will leave Leicester at the end of the season. He scored his 199th goal for the Foxes in their 2-0 home win against Southampton.
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