Nottingham Forest aim to bolster their Champions League ambitions this Saturday as they welcome Everton to the City Ground in a crucial Premier League clash. Nuno Espírito Santo’s squad received a boost this week, with fifth place now potentially securing a Champions League berth after Arsenal’s dominant victory over Real Madrid in European competition. Currently sitting third, Forest remain focused on climbing higher but face pressure from chasing rivals Manchester City, Chelsea, and Newcastle United. A recent defeat to Aston Villa has heightened the urgency for three points against an Everton side with dwindling motivation.
Under David Moyes, Everton have become resilient but lack cutting edge, winless in six league games (five draws, one loss). With little left to fight for this season, the Toffees may struggle to match Forest’s intensity.
**Match Details**
– **Location**: City Ground, Nottingham
– **Date**: Saturday, April 12
– **Kick-off**: 15:00 BST / 10:00 ET / 07:00 PT
– **Referee**: Craig Pawson
– **VAR**: John Brooks
**Head-to-Head (Last Five Meetings)**
– **Forest Wins**: 1
– **Everton Wins**: 2
– **Draws**: 2
– **Latest Result**: Everton 0-2 Nottingham Forest (December 29, 2024)
Broadcast Information
– UK: Live radio commentary on BBC Radio Nottingham/BBC Radio 5 Live.
– US: Stream via fuboTV, NBC Sports App, or watch on USA Network/UNIVERSO.
– Canada: Available on fuboTV Canada.
Team News
Forest’s attack is depleted: Chris Wood (injury) remains out, while Taiwo Awoniyi (hamstring) and Anthony Elanga (knock) are doubtful. Defender Ola Aina is unavailable, but Alex Moreno returns after being ineligible against parent club Aston Villa.
Predicted Nottingham Forest Lineup (4-2-3-1)
Sels; Williams, Milenkovic, Murillo, Moreno; Dominguez, Anderson; Sosa, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Silva.
Prediction
With European dreams driving them, Forest should edge a low-scoring contest against an Everton side lacking urgency. 2-0 to Nottingham Forest.
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