Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 30/12/2023
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Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 30/12/2023

Giorgi Natsvlishvili

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Nottingham Forest vs Manchester UnitedDecember 30, 12:30 p.m. ET
Nottingham Forest odds+225
Manchester United odds+119
Draw+265
Over\Under-130 / +110

Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United. Shape of the Teams

The upcoming fixture Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United features a matchup between two teams with storied histories.

Both sides enter this encounter on the back of impressive victories. 

Nottingham pulled off a surprising 1-3 away win against Newcastle, while Manchester United staged a sensational comeback against Aston Villa. Trailing 0-2 at half-time, the Red Devils turned the game around with two goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund clinching a thrilling win for the hosts.

Neither team has had a particularly convincing performance this season. This is highlighted by the fact that Manchester has managed to score only 21 goals in 19 outings, which is one of the lowest tallies in the Premier League.

A similar narrative applies to Nottingham, who have found the back of the net just 22 times. 

Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United Main Match Info

Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United Prediction, Odds

Under Erik ten Hag’s leadership, the Red Devils have experienced a fair share of instability in the current campaign. 

However, their most recent match saw a much-needed and impressive comeback against Aston Villa, showcasing a brilliant performance.

In the match against Aston Villa, Erik Ten Hag positioned Alejandro Garnacho on the right flank and Marcus Rashford on the left flank of Manchester United’s attack. This tactical decision provided United with substantial attacking width, effectively stretching Aston Villa’s defence. Both Garnacho and Rashford made impressive runs behind the Villa defenders, creating significant problems for their defensive line.

It is worth noting the return of Christian Eriksen to the main squad.

In their encounter with Aston Villa, Manchester United’s Danish midfielder excelled in the role of a deep playmaker. His ability to deliver precise passes from deeper positions into the attacking line was a standout feature of his performance. This skillset, particularly his long-range passing, filled a crucial gap that Manchester United had been missing in their previous matches.

In addition, in the match against Aston Villa, Eriksen demonstrated his tactical acumen by making intelligent, stealthy runs into the opponent’s penalty area during flank plays. This approach effectively overloaded Aston Villa’s defense.

Given the success of this strategy, it seems highly probable that Ten Hag will persist with deploying Garnacho, Rashford, and Eriksen in these roles that proved effective in the previous game.

Additionally, Manchester United’s pressing game merits special attention. Employing a 4-1-4-1 formation, Ten Hag’s team effectively exerted significant pressure on their opponents. This tactical approach notably disrupted Aston Villa’s ability to build positional attacks, especially during the second half of the match.

The critical question ithe consistency with which United can maintain such an intense level of pressing in their upcoming matches.  

As they head to the City Ground, they are expected to aim for nothing short of a victory.

A glance at the past 11 head-to-head matches between these teams reveals a clear dominance by United, who have won every encounter. 

This trend continued since Nottingham Forest’s return to the Premier League last season. In the five games they played against each other since then, including the first round of this season, Manchester United has emerged victorious each time.

Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United Betting Tip

Given their recent track records, we think it is unlikely that either Nottingham Forest or Manchester United will manage a clean sheet in this encounter. Nottingham have conceded goals in their last eight matches, while United has allowed goals in seven of their last eight games. 

Chris Wood has been in top form, having notched a hat-trick against Newcastle in the previous round when Nottingham secured a 1-3 victory. With seven league goals already under his belt, he will be eager to add to his tally in this upcoming clash.

The match is shaping up to be a high-scoring affair, with both teams likely to be buoyed by their successes in the last fixture. They are expected to carry this momentum forward, leading to active and aggressive play from both sides. 

We anticipate a lively match with at least three goals, reminiscent of the five-goal thriller they played out in their first encounter this season, which ended in a 3-2 victory for United.

Disclaimer: Odds are accurate at the time of posting and subject to change. Please verify the latest odds on our platform before betting.

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