ArsenalvsNottingham Forest

Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest Predictions

Competition: Premier League

Date: Saturday 13th September 2025.

Time: 12.30 BST

Venue: Emirates Stadium

🔎 Match Preview:

Arsenal host Nottingham Forest at the Emirates in a Premier League clash that brings together two sides with very different ambitions. The Gunners, under Mikel Arteta, are targeting another strong campaign near the top of the table, while Nottingham Forest, now managed by Ange Postecoglou, are in the early stages of a new project.

Arsenal remain a formidable force at home, with new signings like Noni Madueke, Victor Gyökeres, and Eberechi Eze capable of breaking down even the most organised defences. They will look to dominate the ball, press high, and stretch Forest with their pace out wide.

Postecoglou, known for his attacking philosophy and high-tempo style, will likely set Forest up to be braver than in previous seasons. That could mean more risks at the back, but also opportunities going forward with Morgan Gibbs-White pulling strings and Chris Wood providing a focal point in attack. Forest will need to be clinical when chances arise, as Arsenal rarely leave many opening

📊 Key Stats:

• Arsenal have scored first v Nottingham Forest in 4 out of their last 6 Premier League Games v Nottingham Forest.

• Arsenal scored in 90% of their home fixtures last season.

• Ange Postecoglou’s teams typically play with a high line and pressing intensity, which could leave space for Arsenal’s wingers to exploit.

• Matches have generally favoured Arsenal at home with comfortable victories, while Forest were more competitive at their own ground.
• Nottingham Forest have lost five of their last 11 Premier League matches. (Won 3, Drawn 3).

⚽️ Last Head-to-Head Results

• 26th February: Nottingham Forest 0-0 Arsenal. – (Premier League)
• 23rd November 2024: Arsenal 3-0 Nottingham Forest. – (Premier League)
• 30th January 2024: Nottingham Forest 1-2 Arsenal. – (Premier League)
• 12th August 2023: Arsenal 2-1 Nottingham Forest. – (Premier League)
• 20th May 2023: Nottingham Forest 1-0 Arsenal – (Premier League)
• 30th October 2022: Arsenal 5-0 Nottingham Forest – (Premier League)

✅ Score Prediction: 

Arsenal 2–1 Nottingham Forest

Arsenal’s home form and attacking depth should give them the edge, though Forest’s new approach under Postecoglou could see them grab a goal. Expect an entertaining match with plenty of attacking football.

🏆 Footy Statman Verdict: 

Arsenal to win, score the first goal and have the most corners.

Victor Gyökeres to score anytime.

Declan Rice shot on target outside the box.

Over match 2.5 goals.