Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 18/10

The Premier League 2026/27 renews a clash that has history. Nottingham Forest and Arsenal meet again this 18/10 (Sunday), at The City Ground, at 16:30.

In their last 5 clashes in the leagues they participate in, Nottingham Forest have won 1 time(s) and score 1 goals per match. Meanwhile, Arsenal have won 4. Arsenal lead the betting with a 56.82% chance of winning.

Find out how to watch, who is expected to start and the prediction Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal before you bet.

Overview Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal

Arsenal are the favourites in the clash, with odds of 1.76 and a 56.82% chance of winning. Arsenal Football Club PLC's performance this season justifies this status. The odds for a Nottingham Forest F.C. win are 6.452 and a draw is 8.5.

In the English Premier League, Nottingham Forest have 1 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s), with 5 goal(s) scored and 8 conceded. The top scorer is Dan Ndoye, with 2 goal(s). On the other side, Arsenal have 5 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 10 goal(s) scored and 5 conceded. Bukayo Saka is the top scorer with 3 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Nottingham Forest and Arsenal

In 12 clashes, Arsenal have the advantage over Nottingham Forest: 7 win(s) against 3 and 2 draw(s). The most recent was on 17/01/2026, in the Premier League, the match score was: Nottingham Forest 0-0 Arsenal.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

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Nottingham Forest: current form

Nottingham Forest have played 6 match(es) in the Premier League.

See the team's performance in the Prem 2026/27:

• 1 win(s), 2 draw(s), 3 defeat(s)
• Performance: 0.83 point(s) per match
• 5 goals scored (0.83 per match)
• Top scorer: Dan Ndoye (2 goal(s))

Arsenal: current form

On the other side, Arsenal are also in great form: a 83% win rate and 2.5 points per match in 6 matches in the Premier League.

In their last 5 across all competitions: 4 win(s) and 1 defeat(s).

See more of their performance in the English Premier League:

• 5 win(s), 0 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
• Performance: 2.5 point(s) per match
• 10 goals scored (1.67 per match)
• Top scorer: Bukayo Saka (3 goal(s))

Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal key players

In the Premier League, Dan Ndoye carries Nottingham Forest F.C.'s attack with 2 goal(s).

The playmaker is Morgan Gibbs-White, leading in assists with 2. In the whole season, Morgan Gibbs-White has 15 goal(s).

On the other side, Bukayo Saka is the name that frightens the most for The Gunners with 3 goal(s) in the Premier League.

In terms of playmaking, Declan Rice leads in assists with 3. In the whole season, Viktor Gyökeres has accumulated 14 goal(s).

Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal statistics in the Premier League

Nottingham Forest have an average of 8.84 corners and 2.5 cards per match. Meanwhile, Arsenal have 7.83 corners and 1.33 cards. See the numbers for Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal in the table below.

Nottingham Forest

Home

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Arsenal

Away

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OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 0.83
  PPG
  2.50
• 17%
  Wins
  83%
• 50%
  First to Score
  50%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 0.83
  Scored/game
  1.67
• 1.33
  Conceded/game
  0.83
• 1.75
  xG
  1.56
• 1.28
  xGA
  1.17

Trends

• 50%
  Both Score
  33%
• 17%
  Clean Sheet
  50%
• 50%
  Failed to Score
  17%

Correct score prediction for Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal

Arsenal's favoritism is backed by the numbers and history points to a match with goals at both ends. Exact score: Nottingham Forest 1-2 Arsenal. Getting the correct result right is rare. Treat it as entertainment and bet responsibly.

Where to watch Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal

Check out where to watch the live match between Arsenal and Nottingham Forest:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Nottingham Forest and Arsenal

The line-ups for Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal 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.

Nottingham Forest F.C. line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Arsenal Football Club PLC line-up

The Arsenal starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal

Match: Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal

Tournament: Prem 2026/27

Date: 18/10/2026

Time: 16:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: The City Ground

Broadcast: none scheduled

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