Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest: Preview, Prediction, Team News, Head-2-Head (h2h), Correct Score Prediction, Formation and Current Form.
The Premier League resumes after the September international break, with a significant match between Arsenal and Nottingham Forest kicking off Gameweek 4. A major development during the break was Forest’s unexpected dismissal of manager Nuno Espirito Santo, despite a successful 2024–25 season.
The breakdown in his relationship with the club’s leadership led to his departure, and reports indicate that Forest’s owner, Evangelos Marinakis, is in discussions with Ange Postecoglou, who was recently let go by Tottenham Hotspur. This means the visitors’ performance at the Emirates is uncertain, as new boss Postecoglou seeks his first win against Mikel Arteta.
Arsenal, who lost narrowly to title contenders Liverpool before the break, will be aiming to get back to their winning ways at home to keep pace with the league leaders.
Here is mainwap’s breakdown of the clash
Match Details
- Date: Saturday, Sept. 13
- Kick-off Time: 12.30 p.m. BST / 7.30 a.m. ET / 4.30 a.m. PT
- Location: London, England
- Stadium: Emirates Stadium
- Referee: Darren England
- VAR: Andy Madley
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest H2H Record (Last 5 Games)
- Arsenal: 3 wins
- Nottingham Forest: 1 win
- Draws: 1
- Last meeting: Nottingham Forest 0–0 Arsenal (Feb. 26, 2025) – PL
Arsenal Team News
Arsenal has received a boost with Christian Nørgaard and Ben White returning to training, though neither is expected to start on Saturday. Newcomer Piero Hincapié, a Deadline Day signing, is also training and might make his debut as a substitute against Forest.
The team remains without key attackers Gabriel Jesus, Bukayo Saka, and Kai Havertz, while William Saliba is out with an ankle injury. Cristhian Mosquera will likely replace Saliba alongside Gabriel.
Eberechi Eze could make his first start for Arsenal on the left, with Noni Madueke on the right, flanking fellow summer signing Viktor Gyökeres.
Nottingham Forest Team News
New manager Postecoglou is already facing a major injury setback: right-back Ola Aina requires hamstring surgery following an injury he sustained while on international duty. This injury opens the door for Nicolò Savano, a summer signing from Juventus, to get more playing time.
In other injury news, midfielder Nicolás Dominguez was added to Forest’s Europa League squad before Nuno’s departure but isn’t expected to return until later in the fall. Additionally, Oleksandr Zinchenko is ineligible to play against his parent club.
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest Correct Score Prediction
New manager Postecoglou stated he won’t change his approach, but he likely learned from Tottenham’s successful Europa League run last season. A more pragmatic strategy would benefit Forest, especially against an Arsenal team eager to prove themselves at home after their loss to Liverpool.
While Postecoglou is a popular figure, the Forest squad had a strong bond with their previous manager. Because of this sudden shift, it’s unlikely they’ll see immediate success, and Arsenal could win comfortably.
Prediction: Arsenal 2-0 Nottingham Forest
