Prediction for match Nottingham Forest — Arsenal, 17.01.2026

Odds and Match Outcome Probabilities

The Premier League clash between Nottingham Forest and Arsenal is scheduled for January 17, 2026. According to bookmakers, Arsenal is the clear favorite: a win for the Londoners is priced at 1.59, a draw at 4.37, and a Nottingham Forest victory at 6.40. In terms of probability percentages, Arsenal's win is rated at 62.02%, a draw at 22.57%, and a Nottingham Forest win at 15.41%. This setup reflects the difference in class and current form of the teams, as well as recent match statistics.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last five matches, Nottingham Forest has an average possession of 49.4%, receives 1.6 yellow cards, commits 11.4 fouls, and is caught offside once per game. Over the same period, Arsenal maintains 51% possession, receives 2 yellow cards, commits 11.8 fouls, and is caught offside 2.8 times per match. Recent matches for Nottingham Forest include: 09.01.2026 - Wrexham vs Nottingham Forest 7-6, 06.01.2026 - West Ham vs Nottingham Forest 1-2, 03.01.2026 - Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest 3-1. Arsenal's recent matches: 14.01.2026 - Chelsea vs Arsenal 2-3, 11.01.2026 - Portsmouth vs Arsenal 1-4, 08.01.2026 - Arsenal vs Liverpool 0-0. The last head-to-head clash was on 13.09.2025: Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest 3-0.

How Many Goals to Expect?

Both teams have shown high-scoring tendencies in their last five matches: Nottingham Forest averages 3.6 total goals, while Arsenal averages 4. Both teams have seen over 2.5 goals in 4 out of their last 5 matches. In terms of halves, Nottingham Forest has 1 out of 5 matches with over 1.5 goals in the first half and 4 out of 5 in the second half. Arsenal has 2 out of 5 matches with over 1.5 goals in the first half and 4 out of 5 in the second. Nottingham Forest most frequently scores between the 31st and 45th minutes (38%) and concedes late in the game, between the 76th and 90th minutes (50%). Arsenal most often scores in two intervals: 46-60 and 76-90 minutes (33% each). Arsenal concedes most frequently between 46-60 and 61-75 minutes (25% each). Overall, both teams demonstrate a high goal profile, especially in the second halves, supported by their average goals scored: Nottingham Forest 1.4, Arsenal 2.8 per game. Arsenal concedes an average of 1.2 goals, while Nottingham Forest concedes 2.2. Against this background, a bet on over 2.5 goals at 1.96 seems logical, considering the high scoring nature of both sides and the frequent occurrence of this total in recent matches.

Corners: Numbers and Possible Bets

On average, Nottingham Forest earns 6 corners per game, while Arsenal earns 5.6. In their last five matches, Nottingham Forest has seen over 9.5 corners 4 times, and Arsenal 3 times. Among available corner totals, the line closest to their average (11.6) is 9.5: both over and under 9.5 corners are priced at 1.87. Arsenal is favored in the corners market with odds of 1.45. Expect active wing play and a high number of set-pieces, as evidenced by the frequent occurrence of over 9.5 corners in recent matches for both teams. It's optimal to consider bets on over 9.5 corners and Arsenal to have the edge in this component.