Brentford FC VS Nottingham Forest - Prediction

The English Premier League returns today after a short break, and Brentford FC are ready to take on Nottingham Forest, aiming to end their five-game losing streak in the EPL. At Gtech Community Stadium, the Bees will host Nottingham Forest to play their 21st game of the season. On the other hand, Nottingham Forest are improving their position in the league table after having a difficult start. They have won their last two games in a row against teams like Manchester United and Newcastle United. The Forest is now looking to extend their winning run when they visit Gtech Community Stadium today.

Stats&Facts

• Although Brentford FC are having a difficult season, losing five games in a row, they have an excellent record against Nottingham Forest. The Bees are unbeaten in their last five league meetings with Nottingham Forest.
• The last time Nottingham Forest defeated Brentford FC was in 2020.
• Brentford FC won the exact fixture last season against Nottingham Forest by a 2-1 margin at Gtech Stadium. A win over the Forest would see them winning two home wins against Nottingham Forest in the EPL for the first time since 2016.
• Nottingham Forest have won their last two games in a row. They had never won three consecutive matches since 1999.

Team News

Brentford FC got a massive boost ahead of today's match against Nottingham Forest. Their last season's top scorer, Ivan Tony, is finally back after having a lengthy eight-month suspension for involving in betting. Ivan Tony has scored 32 goals in his 64 league appearances for Brentford FC, and the striker can't wait to get back on the pitch. However, Brentford's boss Thomas Frank confirms Tony will play today and wear the captain's armband. “I’ll break it now that he will start tomorrow, and he will also lead the team out of the tunnel as captain," Frank said in the Pre-match press conference. Sergio Reguilon has joined the Bees on a six-month loan from Tottenham Hotspurs and is ready to make his debut today for Brentford FC. But Bryan Mbeumo, Kevin Schade, and Christian Norgaard still remain out of the squad due to their respective injury. As for Nottingham Forest, a number of players are unavailable due to their international duty, including Ola Aina, Ibrahim Sangare, Serge Aurier, Willy Boly, Moussa Niakhate, and Cheikhou Kouyate. In addition, Divock Origi, Felipe, and Anthony Elanga missed Nottingham's last game, and they are likely to miss today's game too. Possible Lineup for Brentford: Flekken; Collins, Ajer, Mee; Roerslev, Janelt, Jensen, Baptiste, Reguilon; Toney, Maupay Possible Lineup for Nottingham Forest: Turner; Montiel, Omobamidele, Worrall, Toffolo; Danilo, Mangala; Yates, Dominguez, Hudson-Odoi; Wood

Prediction: Brentford 1-1 Forest

After having won against Manchester United and Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest are now very confident. But the defense has been a concern for Nottingham Forest. They conceded five goals in the FA Cup against a team like Blackpool in two legs. On the other hand, Brentford are massively inspired by the return of Ivan Tony. But the striker needs time to get his prime form back. Therefore, we expect a draw between the two sides at Gtech Community Stadium.

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