Prediction for match Manchester City — Nottingham Forest

Match Analysis: Manchester City vs Nottingham Forest

On March 4, 2026, in the Premier League, Manchester City will face Nottingham Forest. According to the 1X2 odds, Manchester City is favored to win: the odds for their victory are 1.41, a draw is at 5.38, and a win for Nottingham Forest is at 8.20. In terms of probability percentages, Manchester City is at 69.73%, a draw is at 18.28%, and Nottingham Forest's success is at 11.99%. Manchester City holds a clear advantage in all key metrics, as reflected in the bookmakers' odds.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last five matches, Manchester City has shown consistent performance with 62.2% possession, an average of 2.4 yellow cards, 10.4 fouls, and 3 offsides. During the same period, Nottingham Forest has 50.8% possession, 0.8 yellow cards, 12.8 fouls, and 1.6 offsides. In their last three encounters, Manchester City defeated Leeds 1-0 (28.02.2026), beat Newcastle 2-1 (21.02.2026), and overcame Salford City 2-0 (14.02.2026). Nottingham Forest lost to Brighton 1-2 (01.03.2026), Fenerbahce 1-2 (26.02.2026), and Liverpool 0-1 (22.02.2026). The last head-to-head between the teams was on December 27, 2025, with Manchester City winning 2-1.

How Many Goals Will Be in the Match: Manchester City vs Nottingham Forest

In their last five games, Manchester City averages 2.4 goals per match, while Nottingham Forest averages 2. Manchester City typically scores twice per game, whereas Nottingham Forest scores once. In defense, Manchester City is more solid, conceding 0.4 goals compared to Nottingham Forest's 1. In the last five matches, both teams exceeded the 2.5 goals total three times, and stayed under it twice. Both teams had 3 out of 5 matches with over 2.5 goals. In the first half, both teams exceeded 1.5 goals twice out of five, and only once in the second half. Manchester City often scores between the 16th and 30th minutes (38%), while Nottingham Forest scores most frequently in the first 15 minutes (67%). Manchester City is most vulnerable between the 76th and 90th minutes (50%), and Nottingham Forest between the 16th and 30th and 46th and 60th minutes (29% each). Considering the average scoring and frequency of over 2.5 goals, a bet on over 2.5 goals at 1.51 seems justified.

Corners: Numbers and Possible Bets

In their last five matches, Manchester City averages 4.6 corners, while Nottingham Forest averages 6.8. Both teams have 2 out of 5 matches exceeding 9.5 corners. The odds for over 9.5 corners are 1.68, and under 9.5 is 2.05. Manchester City is favored in corner betting with odds of 1.23. Given these statistics, considering a bet on over 9.5 corners is logical, especially with both teams having high average values. It's also worth noting that Manchester City often wins on corners, but Nottingham Forest can maintain a high pace in this aspect.