Nottingham Forest vs Crystal Palace
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Match details
Date: August 24 2025, 14:00 BST
Confirmed lineups
Crystal Palace (3-4-3)
- Goalkeeper: D. Henderson
- Defenders: C. Richards, M. Lacroix, M. Guéhi
- Midfielders: D. Muñoz, A. Wharton, W. Hughes, T. Mitchell
- Forwards: I. Sarr, J. Mateta, J. Devenny
Nottingham Forest (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: M. Sels
- Defenders: O. Aina, N. Milenković, Murillo, N. Williams
- Midfielders: I. Sangaré, E. Anderson
- Forwards: D. Ndoye, M. Gibbs-White, C. Hudson-Odoi, C. Wood
Missing players
Crystal Palace: The team is struggling with several key absences, including D. Kamada, who is injured and doubtful, E. Nketiah with a hamstring injury, C. Doucouré recovering from knee surgery, C. Riad suffering from a ruptured cruciate ligament, Matheus França with an adductor muscle tear, and C. Kporha dealing with a back injury.
Nottingham Forest: N. Domínguez is ruled out for Nottingham Forest due to a knee injury, which may impact the team's midfield stability.
Match background
This match presents an opportunity for Crystal Palace to secure their first points of the season against a Nottingham Forest side that started strongly. Positioned at 9th, Crystal Palace will be eager to capitalize on home advantage.
Recent form
Crystal Palace: The Eagles have faced a challenging start with one draw, failing to score in their opening match while managing a clean sheet. Their defensive solidity will be vital as they seek to find their attacking rhythm.
Nottingham Forest: Forest has commenced the season positively with a victory, netting three goals in their first match. Their attack looks potent, and maintaining this form will be crucial as they target another win.
Head-to-head record
- May 5, 2025: Crystal Palace 1 - 1 Nottingham Forest
- October 21, 2024: Nottingham Forest 1 - 0 Crystal Palace
- March 30, 2024: Nottingham Forest 1 - 1 Crystal Palace
- October 7, 2023: Crystal Palace 0 - 0 Nottingham Forest
- May 28, 2023: Crystal Palace 1 - 1 Nottingham Forest
Prediction
The encounter could potentially see a tight contest given both teams' recent performances. A good betting tip may be Betting tip: Under 2.5 Goals, considering Crystal Palace's struggle to score and Nottingham Forest's strong defensive display in their recent match.