Nottingham vs Crystal Palace Prediction and Betting Tips
Nottingham vs Crystal Palace Prediction and Betting Tips for the Premier League, scheduled for Sunday, February 1, 2025, at 14:00 GMT. This pivotal match will be broadcast live on Peacock and NBC from the City Ground. Fans are eager to see if Forest can maintain their momentum.
Sean Dyche has transformed the side into a hard to beat unit lately. They come off a solid 2-0 win against Brentford. In this article, you will discover the Best English Premier League Predictions from our dedicated XpertStats crew of professional tipsters.
Nottingham vs Crystal Palace Key Facts and Stats
Nottingham Forest are currently sitting seventeenth in the league table with twenty five points after twenty three games.
The home side is unbeaten in their last three top flight matches under manager Sean Dyche lately.
Crystal Palace have failed to win a single match in their last eleven games across all competitions.
Forest have not lost a competitive game against the Eagles in their previous ten head to head meetings.
Oliver Glasner will leave the Eagles when his contract expires in the summer following a difficult season.
Key Palace midfielder Adam Wharton is suspended for this clash after receiving a red card against Chelsea.
Dominant at home set pieces with an average of 6.36 corners won per match.
Very disciplined defensive approach committing only 9.91 fouls per game at the City Ground.
Offensive intent is clear with a strong average of 14.09 shots per home fixture.
Non aggressive defensive unit picking up only 1.27 cards on average per game.
- Nottingham's Weaknesses
Low home points per game of 1.0 ranking them sixteenth in the league standings.
Struggling attack at home with a poor average of 1.09 goals scored per match.
Defensive vulnerabilities at home leading to 1.55 goals conceded on average per game.
League Position
15
+ Crystal Palace's Strengths
Solid defensive structure on the road conceding only 1.18 goals per away match.
Better performance on the road with a mid table away PPG of 1.45 points.
Good away standing currently ranked seventh in the league for points earned away.
- Crystal Palace's Weaknesses
Weak attacking threat on travels with a low average of 9.73 shots per game.
Ineffective corner strategy away from home winning only 4.0 corners per fixture.
Vulnerable to set pieces conceding 5.91 corners per match on the road.
Match Preview
Sean Dyche has certainly stabilized things at the City Ground. Forest are finally finding their rhythm after a chaotic start to the season. Sitting five points clear of the drop zone gives them some breathing room. Still, they must remain cautious this Sunday afternoon.
Scoring has been a real issue for the Reds though. With only 23 goals netted all season, only Wolves have been worse. They will need Morgan Gibbs White to be at his creative best. The home fans expect a professional performance against a struggling side.
Injuries are starting to pile up for the hosts as well. Goalkeeper John Victor and veteran Chris Wood are both out for the long term. This puts extra pressure on Matz Sels and the rest of the squad. Sean Dyche will likely keep things very compact.
Crystal Palace are in a bit of a tailspin lately. They haven't won a game in eleven attempts which is quite worrying for Glasner. The news of his departure at the end of the season hasn't helped morale. Players look a bit lost on the pitch.
Losing Marc Guehi to Manchester City was a massive blow for their defense. Now they have to cope without Adam Wharton who is suspended. Jefferson Lerma and Will Hughes will have to do the heavy lifting in the middle of the park.
History favors the home side in this particular fixture. Forest have not lost to the Eagles in ten straight competitive matches. Palace will be desperate to break that streak. Best English Premier League Predictions often suggest a tight and cagey affair between these two teams.
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Nottingham vs Crystal Palace Predicted Lineups
Nottingham Forest (4-2-3-1)
Sean Dyche
GK
M. Sels
DF
O. Aina, N. Milenković, Murillo, N. Williams
MF
I. Sangaré, E. Anderson C. Hudson-Odoi, M. Gibbs-White, N. Domínguez
FW
I. Jesus
OUT
C. Wood(OUT),
J. Victor(QUES),
N. Savona(QUES)
Crystal Palace (3-4-2-1)
Oliver Glasner
GK
D. Henderson
DF
J. Canvot, M. Lacroix, C. Richards
MF
D. Muñoz, W. Hughes, J. Lerma, T. Mitchell I. Sarr, B. Johnson
FW
C. Uche
OUT
D. Kamada(OUT),
E. Nketiah(OUT),
A. Wharton(OUT),
C. Doucouré(OUT),
C. Kporha(OUT),
R. Cardines(QUES),
B. Sosa(OUT),
J. Devenny(OUT)
Referee
Michael Salisbury
Prediction
1X
Nottingham Forest enter this match with a psychological edge given their historical dominance in this fixture. They have managed to remain unbeaten in their last 10 competitive meetings against Crystal Palace. Under Sean Dyche, the team has become significantly harder to beat, currently boasting a 3 game unbeaten run in the league. This resilience makes them strong favorites to at least secure a point.
The home side also benefits from an Eagles squad that is currently in a state of transition and poor morale. Crystal Palace have failed to win any of their last 11 matches across all competitions. With key absences like Adam Wharton and uncertainty surrounding the manager, the visitors will struggle to dominate. A home win or a draw is a very safe statistical choice for bettors.
Under 3.5 Goals
Both Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace have struggled to find the back of the net consistently this season. Forest have scored only 23 goals in 23 league matches, which is one of the lowest totals in the division. At home, they average just 1.09 goals per game. Their lack of a clinical finisher like the injured Chris Wood makes a high scoring explosion very unlikely here.
Crystal Palace show similar offensive limitations, especially on the road where they average only 1.18 goals per match. Their attacking volume is also low, managing just 3.45 shots on target per away game. With both teams prioritizing defensive stability to avoid a costly defeat, the match is expected to be a low scoring affair. Total goals should stay well under the 3.5 line.
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FAQ – Nottingham vs Crystal Palace Prediction
Who is the favorite in the Nottingham vs Crystal Palace match?
Nottingham Forest are slight favorites due to their home advantage and recent 3 match unbeaten streak in the Premier League.
Where can I find the broadcast details for Nottingham vs Crystal Palace?
The Nottingham vs Crystal Palace match will be broadcast live on Peacock and NBC for viewers in the USA.
What time is the kickoff for this Premier League fixture?
The match is scheduled to start at 14:00 GMT on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the City Ground.
Are there any major injury concerns for Nottingham Forest?
Yes, Forest will be without goalkeeper John Victor and striker Chris Wood, both of whom have serious knee injuries.
How have these teams performed in their recent head to head meetings?
Nottingham Forest have a very strong record, remaining unbeaten in their last 10 competitive encounters against Crystal Palace.
Alexandru Florin is a football betting expert, providing tips and accumulator predictions for xpertstats.com since 2022. With a strong focus on data-driven analysis, he delivers well-researched insights and reliable advice for bettors aiming for long-term profit.
