Match Preview: Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Nottingham Forest

As Wolverhampton Wanderers prepare to host Nottingham Forest, historical data and current form suggest Nottingham Forest might have the upper hand in this Premier League clash. Wolverhampton Wanderers have struggled on home turf this season, averaging only 0.78 points per game, while Nottingham Forest have thrived on their travels, securing an impressive 2 points per game.

Looking back at their past encounters, Wolverhampton have a slight edge, winning 8 of their last 19 meetings against Nottingham’s 4 victories. However, Nottingham Forest’s excellent away form this season could tilt the balance in their favor, especially considering the close nature of many of their previous matches which often resulted in a draw (7 times).

Matches between these two sides typically see goals, with an average of 2.58 goals per game and a 63% chance of both teams scoring. Given Nottingham Forest’s current away performance and Wolverhampton’s poor home form, Nottingham Forest might be set to capitalize and secure a favorable result. Expect a competitive matchup perhaps with both teams finding the net, but Nottingham Forest could potentially edge out a win, reflecting their superior form on the road.

Insights

• Wolverhampton Wanderers have a historical advantage with 8 wins out of 19 matches against Nottingham Forest.
• Nottingham Forest has won 4 of their past encounters, indicating their capability to overcome Wolverhampton.
• The teams have played to a draw 7 times, suggesting a degree of parity in their matchups.
• Wolverhampton is currently struggling with poor home form this season.
• Nottingham Forest excels in away games, boasting 2 Points Per Game as compared to Wolverhampton’s 0.78 at home.
• Matches between the two teams have historically seen an average of 2.58 goals scored.
• Both teams scoring (BTTS) has occurred in 63% of their previous meetings, suggesting potential for goals on both sides.
• The last encounter ended in a close 1-0 victory for Wolverhampton, indicating a potentially tight contest.
• Notably, Nottingham Forest’s current excellent away form could give them an advantage in the upcoming fixture.

Match Forecast

• Wolverhampton Wanderers may capitalize on counter-attacks due to their strong ability to steal the ball from the opposition and Nottingham Forest’s weakness in keeping possession.
• Nottingham Forest’s strength in aerial duels might be a threat against Wolves, especially given Wolves’ very weak ability to defend set pieces.
• Wolves’ tendency to use long balls could lead to frequent offsides given their weakness in avoiding offsides.
• Both teams’ weaknesses in maintaining possession could result in a battle of counter-attacks and fast transitions in midfield.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers might aim to exploit through balls and long shots, targeting Nottingham Forest’s defensive lines.
• Set pieces will be crucial, with Nottingham Forest’s strength in this area posing a significant threat to Wolves’ defense.
• Given both teams’ play with width, expect to see the game stretch across the flanks, with crosses coming in from both sides.
• Nottingham Forest could attempt to pressure Wolves’ defense with a variety of shooting opportunities, especially taking advantage of Wolves’ weakness against long shots.
• Wolverhampton’s aggressive play style could lead to fouls in dangerous areas, complementing Nottingham’s strength in attacking set pieces.
• Both teams might find difficulties in playing the offside trap effectively due to their respective weaknesses in avoiding offsides.

Match Facts

• The most frequent scoreline in matches between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Nottingham Forest is 1-1, occurring 8 times.
• In the past 15 home games for Wolverhampton against Nottingham Forest, Wolverhampton has secured 9 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses, with a goal difference favoring them 23-14.
• Over their last 33 encounters, Wolverhampton Wanderers has won 14 games, Nottingham Forest 6, and they’ve drawn 13 times, with Wolverhampton leading in goals 46-34.
• Last season’s clashes ended in draws: 1-1 at Wolverhampton and 2-2 at Nottingham Forest.
• Nottingham Forest is on a 5-match winning streak in the Premier League.
• Wolverhampton scores 23% of their goals between the 76th and 90th minute.
• Nottingham Forest nets 27% of their goals between the 46th and 60th minute.
• Nottingham Forest has a 3-match winning streak on the road.
• Wolverhampton has scored in all 9 of their home matches this Premier League season.
• Nottingham Forest failed to score in 2 of their 10 away matches this Premier League season.
• Matheus Cunha is Wolverhampton’s top scorer with 10 goals; Chris Wood has 11 goals for Nottingham Forest.
• Rayan Ait Nouri has the most assists for Wolverhampton with 5, and Elliot Anderson leads Nottingham Forest with 5 assists.
• A year ago, Wolverhampton was 12th in the league with 25 points, now they’re 17th with 16 points.
• Last year, Nottingham Forest was 18th with 13 points; they are now 2nd with 37 points.
• Wolverhampton has scored in each of their last 5 games.
• Nottingham Forest has kept a clean sheet in their last 3 matches.
• Nottingham Forest has scored in each of their last 5 matches.
• Both Wolverhampton and Nottingham Forest win 27% of first halves and overall halftimes in their matches.
• Their most recent match ended in a 1-1 draw.
• When Wolverhampton leads 1-0 at home, they win 72% of those games.
• When Nottingham Forest leads 1-0 away, they win 71% of the time.
• Wolverhampton wins 7% of their home games when trailing 0-1.
• Nottingham Forest wins 12% of their away games when trailing 1-0.
• Nottingham Forest has performed better in the Premier League than Wolverhampton.
• Nottingham Forest’s performance over the last 5 matches surpasses Wolverhampton’s.
• Nottingham Forest hasn’t lost in their last 5 games against Wolverhampton across all competitions.
• In their last 5 meetings, Wolverhampton hasn’t won any, Nottingham Forest won once, and there have been 4 draws.
• Wolverhampton has not lost in their last 5 Premier League meetings against Nottingham Forest.
• Nottingham Forest has not won in their last 5 Premier League games against Wolverhampton.
• Both teams average 1.2 goals per match against each other.
• The average goal count in meetings between the two clubs is 2.4.
• The first half of their matches averages 1.6 goals.
• Wolverhampton averages 1.46 goals at home, while Nottingham Forest averages 1.61 goals away.