The 2025-2026 Premier League season continues with a fascinating early-season clash as Nottingham Forest hosts Brentford at the City Ground. Both teams will be looking to get their campaigns off to a positive start after periods of significant change.
Match Details:
CompetitionDateKick-off (ET)VenuePremier LeagueAugust 17, 20259:00 AMThe City Ground, Nottingham, England
Team Form and Analysis:
Nottingham Forest enters the new season boosted by their qualification for European football after an impressive previous campaign. However, their pre-season has been underwhelming, with the team failing to secure a win and struggling for goals in their last five matches.
Despite losing key player Anthony Elanga, they have retained Morgan Gibbs-White and strengthened with the arrivals of Dan Ndoye and Elliot Anderson. This match will be an important test for Nuno Espírito Santo’s side to show they can leverage their home advantage and build early momentum.
Brentford, meanwhile, embarks on a new chapter under manager Keith Andrews, following the departure of their long-serving boss Thomas Frank. The team has also seen key players depart, including Bryan Mbeumo and Christian Nørgaard.
New faces like Jordan Henderson, Michael Kayode, and Dango Ouattara will be integrated quickly. This match will be a crucial test for the Bees to demonstrate their tactical discipline and resilience under new leadership.
Head-to-Head:
The head-to-head record between these two clubs is competitive. In their last 10 meetings, they have had two wins each, with six draws. The last two Premier League encounters were a 2-0 victory for Brentford and a 2-0 victory for Nottingham Forest, suggesting that this match could be a tightly contested affair with a low scoreline.
Nottingham Forest vs Brentford: Head-to-Head Stats (Last 5 Premier League Matches)
Nottingham ForestBrentfordWins12Draws11Goals Scored25
Player to Watch:
Nottingham Forest: Morgan Gibbs-White, who is a dynamic force in the attack, will be key to creating opportunities for the home side.
Brentford: New signing Igor Thiago is set to lead the line for the Bees and will be eager to make a statement after a prolonged injury layoff.
Prediction:
Given their recent form and the new managerial changes, this is expected to be a tightly contested match. While Brentford has a new tactical identity, Nottingham Forest will be motivated by their home crowd and a desire to bounce back from a mixed pre-season. It is anticipated to be a low-scoring and competitive game, with a draw being the most likely outcome.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
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