Nottingham Forest vs Southampton Prediction Betting Tips & Preview

Nottingham Forest vs Southampton Odds

Date: 19/01/25
Kick-off time: 14:00
Venue: City Ground

The Premier League clash between Nottingham Forest and Southampton FC takes place on Saturday afternoon. This fixture pits high-flying Nottingham Forest, currently sitting third in the league with 40 points, against the struggling Southampton FC, who are languishing at the bottom with just 6 points.

As the teams prepare for what promises to be a thrilling encounter, Nottingham Forest will look to build on their impressive form this season, especially at home, while Southampton FC will be hoping to pull off an upset as they battle to avoid relegation. With both sides having contrasting fortunes, this match offers ample betting opportunities, and we will delve into the key aspects of the game to offer our expert insights and predictions.

Nottingham Forest vs Southampton FC Betting Tips

For this fixture, we strongly favour a home win for Nottingham Forest. Their solid form this season, especially in front of their own fans, makes them overwhelming favourites to secure all three points. The Tricky Trees have been excellent at the City Ground, winning five of their last nine home matches and only suffering two defeats. Their attacking prowess, alongside a robust defensive record, means they will be looking to extend their impressive unbeaten run at home.

Southampton FC, on the other hand, have been dreadful on the road, failing to secure a single away win in the league so far this season. Their away form, with only two draws and eight losses, combined with the league’s worst goal difference, highlights their struggles. It would take a monumental effort from the Saints to break their away-day woes and get anything from this match.

We recommend placing a bet on Nottingham Forest to win this fixture. For those looking for higher returns, consider backing a handicap bet on Nottingham Forest, given the disparity in form between the two teams.

Nottingham Forest vs Southampton FC Match Prediction

Our Nottingham Forest vs Southampton FC prediction points to a comprehensive home win for the hosts. Given the current form, league position, and head-to-head record, the Tricky Trees are set to secure another victory at the City Ground. Nottingham Forest’s recent 1-1 draw against Liverpool further strengthens their credentials as a side capable of competing with the league’s best.

On the contrary, Southampton FC will need a drastic improvement to avoid relegation, and while they may be buoyed by their recent 3-0 victory over Swansea, their away form and overall season performances suggest they will struggle to get anything from this game.

Match Prediction: Nottingham Forest to win. Bet with bet365.

Nottingham Forest vs Southampton FC Correct Score Tips & Prediction

In terms of the Nottingham Forest vs Southampton correct score, Forest have been in excellent attacking form, and given Southampton’s defensive fragility, we are backing a 2-0 win for the home side. Southampton FC’s failure to score goals on the road and their poor goal difference makes it unlikely they will trouble Forest’s solid defence.

Nottingham Forest have scored 29 goals so far this season, averaging nearly 1.5 goals per match, and they should find the back of the net at least twice against a team that has conceded a league-high 44 goals. The correct score of 2-0 is, therefore, a strong prediction for this match.

Correct Score Prediction: 2-0 to Nottingham Forest. Bet with bet365.

Nottingham Forest vs Southampton FC Over & Under Goals Betting Tips

When it comes to the Nottingham Forest vs Southampton over/under goals market, we expect the total number of goals in this match to be relatively low. Nottingham Forest have kept a solid defensive shape this season, conceding only 19 goals in 20 matches, while Southampton have struggled to score, netting just 12 goals in the same number of games.

Given Southampton’s inability to score freely, coupled with Forest’s defensive resilience, betting on under 2.5 goals looks like the safer option here. The likely 2-0 scoreline supports this wager, as we do not foresee a high-scoring affair. Therefore, our Nottingham Forest vs Southampton FC over/under goals prediction is for under 2.5 goals.

Over/Under Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.

Nottingham Forest vs Southampton FC Bet Builder Tip

For those interested in a Nottingham Forest vs Southampton Bet Builder tip, we recommend including the following selections for Nottingham Forest vs Southampton FC:

• Nottingham Forest to win – Given their impressive home form and Southampton’s struggles, the home side should come out on top in this fixture.
• Anytime Goalscorer: Taiwo Awoniyi – The Nigerian striker has been in good form this season, and with Southampton’s defence leaking goals, he is likely to find the back of the net.
• Under 2.5 goals – As mentioned, we expect a low-scoring affair, with Forest’s defence likely to keep Southampton at bay.

This Bet Builder offers an exciting combination of predictions, with high potential returns from a straightforward home win, along with the added value of a goalscorer bet.

Bet Builder Tip: Under 2.5 goals, Nottingham Forest to win, and Taiwo Awoniyi to score anytime. Bet with bet365.

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