Prediction for match Wrexham — Nottingham Forest, 09.01.2026

Odds and Match Outcome Probabilities

On January 9, 2026, in the FA Cup, Wrexham will face Nottingham Forest. According to the 1X2 odds, Nottingham Forest is the favorite: their win is priced at 1.67, a draw is at 3.80, and a Wrexham victory is at 4.88. The probabilities are distributed as follows: Wrexham - 19.21%, draw - 24.67%, Nottingham Forest - 56.13%. This reflects the difference in quality and current form of the teams, as well as the results of their recent matches. The over 2.5 goals market is highlighted at 1.86, which is supported by the goal statistics from recent games.

Team Results and Statistics

Let's look at the recent matches of both teams. Wrexham has won their last three matches against Derby County (2-1, 04.01.2026), Blackburn Rovers (2-0, 01.01.2026), and Preston North End (2-1, 29.12.2025). In the same period, Nottingham Forest defeated West Ham (2-1, 06.01.2026), lost to Aston Villa (1-3, 03.01.2026), and were beaten by Everton (0-2, 30.12.2025). Over a five-match series, Wrexham averages 47.6% possession, 5.4 corners, 1.4 yellow cards, 9.2 fouls, and 3 offsides per game. Nottingham Forest's averages are: 47% possession, 5.6 corners, 1.6 yellow cards, 10.8 fouls, and 1.4 offsides. These figures indicate fairly equal ball control, but Wrexham is caught offside more often, while Nottingham Forest commits more fouls. Overall, both teams show active play on the wings and set-pieces, which could influence the match dynamics. It's also worth noting that Wrexham shows stability in corners and discipline in their last five matches, while Nottingham Forest receives more cautions.

Goal Totals Statistics

Wrexham's scoring ability in the last five matches is impressive: the average total goals per game is 3.8, with the team scoring 2.4 and conceding 1.4. Nottingham Forest's average total goals is 2.6, with 0.8 scored and 1.8 conceded. Wrexham has surpassed the over 2.5 goals mark in 4 out of 5 matches, while Nottingham Forest has done so in 3 out of 5. In the first half, Wrexham recorded over 1.5 goals in 3 out of 5 matches, while Nottingham Forest had none. In the second half, both teams have 3 out of 5 over 1.5. Wrexham most frequently scores late (76-90 minutes, 40%), while Nottingham Forest scores between 31-45 and 46-60 minutes (33% each). Wrexham is most vulnerable early on (0-15 minutes, 44% conceded), and Nottingham Forest at the end (76-90 minutes, 43% conceded). These data suggest the match is likely to be high-scoring, especially in the second half. Overall, both teams tend to play openly, supporting the choice of an over 2.5 goals bet.

Corner Totals Analysis

Wrexham averages 5.4 corners per match, while Nottingham Forest averages 5.6. In the last five matches, the over 9.5 corners total was reached 4 times by Wrexham and 3 times by Nottingham Forest. The line closest to the combined average (11) is 10.5: over 10.5 corners is priced at 2.08, under 10.5 at 1.62. Nottingham Forest is the favorite in the corners market with odds of 1.47. Given both teams' activity on the wings and set-pieces, betting on over 10.5 corners and Nottingham Forest to have more corners seems logical.