Nottingham Forest have won each of their last three home games against West Ham, all without conceding, with the Hammers claiming victory on only seven occasions at the City Ground in 52 attempts since 1936, and another home win is the most-likely outcome here.
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Will Nottingham Forest's outstanding form continue? Last time out, back on Friday night, the Garibaldi Reds beat local rivals Leicester 3-1 at the King Power, with Ryan Yates breaking the deadlock, before in-form Chris Wood bagged a quick-fire brace against his former employers. This made it back-to-back wins for Nuno Espírito Santo's side, who've still lost only once all season, thereby climbing up to seventh. Forest haven't won three successive Premier League games since May 1999, coming after they'd already been relegated back then, but the Reds certainly aren't concerned about the prospect of going down right now, hence why most make them favourites to win this one.
West Ham United meantime claimed a vital victory of their own last Sunday, defeating Manchester United at the London Stadium for a third successive season. On this occasion, after the visitors had squandered umpteen chances, Crysencio Summerville fired home from close-range, before Jarrod Bowen converted an extremely contentious spot-kick in stoppage time, that frankly should never have been awarded.
Julen Lopetegui though will take what he can get. The Irons began a season with three successive home defeats for the first time in their entire history, but have now won back-to-back outings in front of their own fans, moving up to 13th, albeit far more was expected following the summer spending spree and the change of manager. As referenced earlier, West Ham's record at the City Ground is terrible, most-recently scoring a Premier League goal there in 1996, but can the Hammers end Forest's winning streak on the banks of the River Trent?
Nottingham Forest vs West Ham United Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 120
- Nottingham Forest Wins: 46. Draws: 26. West Ham United Wins: 48.
Nottingham Forest Team News
Morgan Gibbs-White, Ibrahim Sangaré and Danilo all remain sidelined, while James Ward-Prowse is ineligible to face his parent club. Nevertheless, Nuno Espírito Santo can still name an unchanged line-up, with Elliot Anderson deputising for the absent Gibbs-White in a more advanced role.
Nottingham Forest predicted lineup vs West Ham United: (4-3-3): Sels; Aina, Milenković, Murillo, Moreno; Yates, Domínguez, Anderson; Elanga, Hudson-Odoi, Wood.
Nottingham Forest Player to Watch vs West Ham United
Chris Wood's brace at Leicester takes his tally to seven Premier League goals for the season already, having now bagged 18 since 23 December; only Cole Palmer and Erling Braut Håland have netted more frequently during this period. The New Zealander has also scored seven in 12 Premier League games against West Ham, so will his hot-streak continue?
West Ham United Team News
This is game two of Mohammed Kudus' three-match suspension, while Niclas Füllkrug is still sidelined. Julen Lopetegui made some key selection decisions last Sunday, namely choosing Łukasz Fabiański in goal, dropping Alphonse Areola, before making a triple half time substitution. Jean-Clair Todibo, Tomáš Souček and scorer Crysencio Summerville were all introduced at the break against Man United, so all will fancy their chances of a start this week. Lucas Paquetá was one the player hooked at the interval, continuing to underwhelm, so could he be on the bench?
West Ham United predicted lineup vs Nottingham Forest: (4-3-3): Fabiański; Wan-Bissaka, Todibo, Kilman, Emerson; Álvarez, Souček, Paquetá, Bowen, Summerville; Antonio.
West Ham United Player to Watch vs Nottingham Forest
Jarrod Bowen bagged his fourth goal of the season from the penalty spot last Sunday, and he'll continue to be the Hammers' primary goal threat, aiming to add to his four career goals against the Hammers.
Nottingham Forest vs West Ham United Prediction
As alluded to throughout, we're backing Nottingham Forest to win this one. Nuno Espírito Santo's side appear well-drilled, well-organised and settled, all things one cannot say about Julen Lopetegui's team, making a home win likely: Nottingham Forest 2-0 West Ham United.
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How to watch Nottingham Forest vs West Ham United Premier League game on TV channel?
Nottingham Forest vs West Ham United Premier League game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: Fubo Sports Network 7 Canada
How to watch Nottingham Forest vs West Ham United Premier League game on live streaming?
Nottingham Forest vs West Ham United Premier League game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
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What is the date and kick-off time for Nottingham Forest vs West Ham United in the Premier League?
Nottingham Forest vs West Ham United takes place on Saturday 2 November 2024, with kick off at 15:00 (GMT), 11:00 (ET) & 8:00 (PDT).