Manchester United have won each of their last seven home games against Nottingham Forest, scoring 22 goals across these matches, fighting back from 2-0 down to prevail last season, so will this trend continue, or can Forest claim victory at Old Trafford for the first time in almost exactly 30 years?
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Preview
It's been a mixed start to life as Manchester United manager for Rúben Amorim, so what will this latest clash produce? On Wednesday night, Amorim's unbeaten start came to an end, with the Red Devils defeated 2-0 by Arsenal in North London, both goals coming from second half corners although, at the other end, the visitors rarely threatened, aside from a set-piece of their own, with Matthijs de Ligt forcing a very smart save.
Before this, Man United had claimed back-to-back home wins over Bodø/Glimt and then Everton but, in the league specifically, having won only five of 14 fixtures to date, they continue to languish in 13th, needing to climb the table this festive period. Following victories over Leicester and Everton, can Man United make it three successive league wins at Old Trafford, within the same season, for the first time since May 2023?
Nottingham Forest meantime will travel to Manchester for the second time in just four days, handsomely beaten 3-0 by Man City in mid-week, albeit the game could've taken on an entirely different complexion, had the visitors taken their chances, with in-form Chris Wood squandering the most gilt-edged of their opportunities. Nuno Espírito Santo's side did battle to a 1-0 victory over Ipswich last weekend, but have lost three of their last four overall, meaning the Garibaldi Reds have slid down to seventh, albeit few would've predicted they'd kick off at Old Trafford three points better off than their hosts. So, can Forest claim a famous win over Man United?
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 112.
- Manchester United Wins: 54. Draws: 24. Nottingham Forest Wins: 34.
Manchester United Team News
Kobbie Mainoo and Lisandro Martínez can return, after both were suspended for the mid-week trip to Arsenal. Rúben Amorim made six changes on Wednesday, heavily rotating his team for all four matches so far, seemingly giving everyone a chance. Luke Shaw has suffered yet another injury set-back but, in better news, Leny Yoro came off the bench in North London, making his long-awaited debut, having picked up an ankle injury against the same opposition in LA during pre-season. Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee both bagged braces last weekend, before being benched three days later, so will either, or both, return here? Harry Maguire is one yellow card away from missing next weekend's Manchester derby suspended.
Manchester United predicted lineup vs Nottingham Forest: (3-4-2-1): Onana; Mazraoui, de Ligt, Martínez; Amad, Ugarte, Eriksen, Dalot; Fernandes, Rashford, Zirkzee.
Manchester United Player to Watch vs Nottingham Forest
Bruno Fernandes was on target during last season's comeback victory over Forest, so can he now net for the first time since Amorim's arrival?
Nottingham Forest Team News
Callum Hudson-Odoi was an unused substitute at the Etihad, but is likely to return in place of Jota Silva in the only change Nuno Espírito Santo is forecast to make. Neco Williams got a rare start at left-back last weekend, but regular first-choice Àlex Moreno was restored on Wednesday. Midfield duo Ryan Yates and Nicolás Domínguez would miss next Saturday's all-Midlands affair against Aston Villa if cautioned.
Nottingham Forest predicted lineup vs Manchester United: (4-3-3): Sels; Aina, Milenković, Murillo, Moreno; Yates, Domínguez, Gibbs-White; Elanga, Hudson-Odoi, Wood.
Nottingham Forest Player to Watch vs Manchester United
Chris Wood's spot-kick against Ipswich took his tally to nine for the season, but he's only ever netted twice against Man United in ten attempts, both coming at Old Trafford and both for Burnley, so will the New Zealander's red-hot form this season continue?
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Prediction
We're backing Man United to win this one, albeit only just. After an excellent start to the season, Forest's form has dipped recently and, following the visitors' energy-sapping trip to the Etihad, we think the Red Devils' greater squad depth will make the difference: Manchester United 2-1 Nottingham Forest.
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Premier League game on TV channel?
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Premier League game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: Sky Sports Main Event, Premier League & Ultra HD.
- USA: fuboTV, NBC, Telemundo & Deportes En Vivo
- Canada: Fubo Sports Network Canada
How to watch Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Premier League game on live streaming?
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Premier League game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: SkyGo & NOW TV.
- USA: fuboTV, nbcsports.com, USA Network, Telemundo & SiriusXM FC
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest in the Premier League?
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest takes place on Saturday 7 December 2024, with kick off at 17:30 (GMT), 12:30 (EDT) & 9:30 (PST).