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Premier League action continues with Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest at Villa Park. Villa’s last five results are W W W W L, while Forest arrive with L W W L L. Villa have won three of the last six meetings. Villa are pushing to secure European qualification, while Forest are fighting to stay clear of the relegation zone.
Aston Villa Review & Recent Form
Aston Villa are chasing a top-six finish and remain strong at home, where results have kept them firmly in the European qualification race.
Last five matches: W W W W L
This run includes four wins and one loss. Villa suffered a 4-1 defeat away to Arsenal last time out, with Ollie Watkins scoring late. Prior to that, they recorded league wins against Brentford (2-0), Crystal Palace (3-1), Bournemouth (2-1), and Fulham (1-0). Across their last six league matches, Villa have scored 11 goals and conceded 10. They are unbeaten in their last seven home league fixtures.
Nottingham Forest Review & Recent Form
Nottingham Forest are focused on survival and need points to maintain separation from the bottom three, with away form a clear concern.
Last five matches: L W W L L
This sequence shows two wins and three defeats. Forest lost 2-0 at home to Everton in their most recent match despite recording 21 shots. They previously beat Sheffield United (2-1) and Luton Town (3-0), but also lost to West Ham (2-1) and Newcastle (3-1). Over their last six league games, Forest have scored seven goals and conceded nine. They have not won away from home against Aston Villa in nine consecutive league visits.
Head-to-Head Record
Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest have met six times in the Premier League since October 2022. Villa have won three matches, Forest two, with one draw. The most recent meeting on 05/04/2025 ended Aston Villa 2-1 Nottingham Forest. Those six fixtures produced 18 total goals, averaging three per game.
Lineups, Injuries & Suspensions
Aston Villa have no confirmed suspension issues and no major new injury concerns. Nottingham Forest also report no confirmed suspensions or significant new injuries ahead of kickoff.
Odds, Markets & Betting Tips
Aston Villa are priced around 1.60–1.70 to win at home. Nottingham Forest are available near 5.00–5.50, while the draw is trading around 3.80–4.00. Over 2.5 goals is offered around 1.75–1.85. Both Teams to Score is priced close to 1.70–1.80. Aston Villa to win by one goal is available around 3.40–3.60.
Where to Watch Online & Kickoff Time
The match will be broadcast on official Premier League TV partners and licensed streaming platforms. Kickoff is scheduled for Saturday afternoon local time.
Prediction: Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest, Premier League
Aston Villa’s home form and head-to-head record at Villa Park provide a clear edge. Nottingham Forest’s away struggles limit their margin for error in this fixture.
• Final Prediction: Aston Villa 1-0 Nottingham Forest
• Best Bet: Aston Villa to win
• Alternative Value: Aston Villa win and under 3.5 goals
