Main prediction: Nottingham Forest to win in regular time
Alternative tip: double chance Nottingham Forest
Other market: over 9.5 corners
Three matches into the Premier League and the teams are already starting to show their ambitions.
This 12/09 (Saturday), at Villa Park, at 15:00, Aston Villa face Nottingham Forest.
Aston Villa take to the pitch with 1 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions. Nottingham Forest have won 0 time(s). Nottingham Forest have a 29.24% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.
Full pre-match preview, where to watch and probable line-ups: everything is in the prediction for Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest. Check it out before placing your bet.
Prediction for Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest
Double Chance: Aston Villa or Draw
Overview Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest are favourites, with a 29.24% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Nottingham Forest F.C. win are at 3.42 and a draw at 3.9.
In the Prem, Aston Villa have accumulated 0 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 0 goal(s) scored and 5 conceded. Matty Cash leads the scoring chart with 0 goal(s). Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest have accumulated 0 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 2 goal(s) scored and 3 conceded, with Dan Ndoye as top scorer with 1 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest
In 16 clashes, Aston Villa have the advantage over Nottingham Forest: 8 win(s) against 4 and 4 draw(s). The most recent was on 07/05/2026, in the Europa League. Aston Villa won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
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Aston Villa: current form
Aston Villa have played only 3 match(es) in the Premier League.
With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 1 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s).
In the Prem the situation is this:
0 win(s), 1 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)
1 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
0.8 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: Matty Cash (0 goal(s))
Nottingham Forest: current form
Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest have played only 3 match(es) in the Premier League.
With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 0 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s).
In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:
0 win(s), 2 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
0 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
0.6 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: Dan Ndoye (1 goal(s))
Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest key players
Aston Villa have not yet scored in the Premier League.
But in the season, Ollie Watkins already has 16 goal(s) on their record.
On the other side, Dan Ndoye is the name that frightens the most for Nottingham Forest FC with 1 goal(s) in the Premier League.
In terms of playmaking, Morgan Gibbs-White leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Morgan Gibbs-White has accumulated 15 goal(s).
Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest statistics in the Premier League
Few matches into the league yet. Aston Villa have an average of 6.67 corners and 2.33 cards per match. Nottingham Forest have 8.33 corners and 2 cards. Check the statistics for Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest in the table below.
Aston Villa
England - Premier League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D L L L |
0.8 |
| Home | L W W L W |
1.8 |
| Away | W D L L W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 1.67 | 1 | 2 |
| Scored | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 1 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 0% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| 1st to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0.85 | 0.69 | 0.93 |
|
xGA
|
1.49 | 0.93 | 1.78 |
Nottingham Forest
England - Premier League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D D L L D |
0.6 |
| Home | D L L D D |
0.6 |
| Away | D L L W W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 1.67 | 0.5 | 4 |
| Scored | 0.67 | 0 | 2 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0.5 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 0% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 50% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 67% | 100% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 0% | 0% | 100% |
|
xG
|
1.22 | 1.25 | 1.17 |
|
xGA
|
1.31 | 1.12 | 1.68 |
More tips for Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest
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Correct score prediction for Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest are the favourites in the odds in this clash. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Probable score: Aston Villa 0-1 Nottingham Forest. The correct result is the market with the highest variance. Bet with awareness.
Where to watch Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest
Check out where to watch the live match between Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest
The line-ups for Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest in the Prem are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Aston Villa F.C. line-up
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Nottingham Forest F.C. line-up
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3
Neco Williams
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5
Murillo Santos
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10
Morgan Gibbs-White
Midfielder
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14
Dan Ndoye
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19
Liam Delap
Forward
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21
Xaver Schlager
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23
Jair Filho
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24
James Mcatee
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26
Matz Sels
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31
Nikola Milenković
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34
Ola Aina
The Nottingham Forest starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest
Match: Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest
Tournament: Prem 2026/27
Date: 12/09/2026
Time: 15:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: Villa Park
Broadcast: none scheduled
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