Explore My Football Facts' detailed preview for Nottingham Forest vs AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 16:00 BST match.
Fixture Information
| Fixture | Nottingham Forest vs AFC Bournemouth |
|---|---|
| Competition | Premier League |
| Date | Sunday, 24 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 16:00 BST |
| Venue | The City Ground |
Match Prediction: Nottingham Forest 1-2 AFC Bournemouth
Prediction Stats
Fulltime Result Probability
Both Teams To Score Probability
Over/Under 2.5 Probability
Last 5 Meetings
| League | Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 26 Oct 2025 |  AFC Bournemouth vs  Nottingham Forest |
2 – 0 | Vitality Stadium |
| Premier League | 25 Jan 2025 | AFC Bournemouth vs Nottingham Forest |
5 – 0 | Vitality Stadium |
| Premier League | 17 Aug 2024 | Nottingham Forest vs AFC Bournemouth |
1 – 1 | The City Ground |
| Premier League | 04 Feb 2024 | AFC Bournemouth vs Nottingham Forest |
1 – 1 | Vitality Stadium |
| Premier League | 23 Dec 2023 | Nottingham Forest vs AFC Bournemouth |
2 – 3 | The City Ground |
Nottingham Forest come into this with strong recent league numbers, but the home side have also shown they can be exposed, as seen in the 2-3 defeat at Manchester United. AFC Bournemouth have been steady across their last five league matches, with wins away at Fulham and Newcastle United and a draw against Manchester City at home. With no xG data available, the clearest read is from results and recent line-ups, and Bournemouth look capable of keeping this tight while carrying a threat in transition. Match Prediction: Nottingham Forest 1-2 AFC Bournemouth
Forest’s recent home league draw with Newcastle United and their 4-1 win over Burnley suggest they can score, especially with Chris Wood in the side. Bournemouth have also been consistent in front of goal, scoring in four of their last five league games and keeping clean sheets against Fulham and Crystal Palace. The head-to-head record also leans Bournemouth’s way, including two wins in the last two meetings, so the visitors have enough evidence to be backed narrowly. A close game looks likely, but Bournemouth’s recent balance gives them the edge.
Form Guide & Team Overview
Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest’s league form has been strong overall, with three wins, one draw and one defeat in their last five. The standout results are the 5-0 win at Sunderland and the 4-1 home win over Burnley, while the 2-3 defeat at Manchester United shows they can be involved in open games.
At home, the 1-1 draw with Newcastle United suggests they are not always straightforward to beat at The City Ground. Across all competitions, the 0-4 loss at Aston Villa in the Europa League sits alongside the 1-0 win over Aston Villa, so their recent run has mixed high points with one heavy setback.
Nottingham Forest Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 17 May 2026 |  Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest |
3 – 2 | L | Old Trafford |
| Premier League | 10 May 2026 | Nottingham Forest vs  Newcastle United |
1 – 1 | D | The City Ground |
| Premier League | 4 May 2026 |  Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest |
1 – 3 | W | Stamford Bridge |
| Premier League | 24 Apr 2026 |  Sunderland vs Nottingham Forest |
0 – 5 | W | Stadium of Light |
| Premier League | 19 Apr 2026 | Nottingham Forest vs  Burnley |
4 – 1 | W | The City Ground |
AFC Bournemouth
AFC Bournemouth’s league form is also solid, with three wins and two draws in their last five. They have beaten Fulham away, Crystal Palace at home and Newcastle United away, while the draws with Manchester City and Leeds United show they have been competitive against stronger opposition too.
That run suggests a side that is difficult to break down and capable of taking points in different types of matches. The fact they have scored in four of those five league games adds to the case that they can carry a threat at the City Ground.
AFC Bournemouth Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 19 May 2026 | AFC Bournemouth vs  Manchester City |
1 – 1 | D | Vitality Stadium |
| Premier League | 9 May 2026 |  Fulham vs AFC Bournemouth |
0 – 1 | W | Craven Cottage |
| Premier League | 3 May 2026 | AFC Bournemouth vs  Crystal Palace |
3 – 0 | W | Vitality Stadium |
| Premier League | 22 Apr 2026 | AFC Bournemouth vs  Leeds United |
2 – 2 | D | Vitality Stadium |
| Premier League | 18 Apr 2026 | Newcastle United vs AFC Bournemouth |
1 – 2 | W | St. James' Park |
Team News & Injury Report
Nottingham Forest
- Ola Aina (Knock)
AFC Bournemouth
- Álex Jiménez (Suspended)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Nottingham Forest (4-4-2)
Predicted lineup: Matz Sels (Goalkeeper), Luca Netz (Defender), Morato (Defender), Neco Williams (Defender), Nikola Milenković (Defender), Elliot Anderson (Midfielder), Morgan Gibbs-White (Midfielder), Nicolás Domínguez (Midfielder), Omari Hutchinson (Midfielder), Chris Wood (Attacker), Igor Jesus (Attacker)
Nottingham Forest’s predicted 4-4-2 gives them a straightforward shape with two central forwards and a midfield line that can support attacks quickly. It should allow Elliot Anderson and Morgan Gibbs-White to link play into Chris Wood and Igor Jesus while keeping enough width from the wide midfield areas.
AFC Bournemouth (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup: Djordje Petrovic (Goalkeeper), Adam Smith (Defender), Adrien Truffert (Defender), James Hill (Defender), Marcos Senesi (Defender), Alex Scott (Midfielder), Eli Kroupi (Midfielder), Marcus Tavernier (Midfielder), Rayan (Midfielder), Tyler Adams (Midfielder), Evanilson (Attacker)
AFC Bournemouth’s predicted 4-2-3-1 gives them a compact base with Tyler Adams and Alex Scott helping protect the back four. That shape should also let Marcus Tavernier, Rayan and Eli Kroupi support Evanilson between the lines and on the break.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
| Nottingham Forest | AFC Bournemouth | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Forest | AFC Bournemouth | Chris Wood against Adam Smith could be important if Forest look to play direct and test Bournemouth’s right side. |
| Nottingham Forest | AFC Bournemouth | Elliot Anderson against Alex Scott may shape the midfield battle, with both players likely involved in linking play. |
| Nottingham Forest | AFC Bournemouth | Chris Wood is key for Nottingham Forest because his presence gives them a clear focal point in attack. |
| Nottingham Forest | AFC Bournemouth | Evanilson is key for AFC Bournemouth because he has been the main attacking reference in their recent 4-2-3-1 shape. |
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