Match Overview

Brentford host Nottingham Forest at the Gtech Community Stadium in a Premier League meeting that carries significance for both sides’ mid-season momentum. The reverse fixture on August 17 ended 3-1 to Forest, highlighted by a C. Wood brace, so Brentford will seek a response on home turf. Brentford’s recent home displays have been proactive and goal-friendly, while Forest arrive with a steady away record and defensive resilience. Expect a balanced contest where set-piece duels, pressing quality and decision-making in transition could decide the points.

• Fixture: Brentford vs Nottingham Forest
• Competition: Premier League
• Venue: Gtech Community Stadium
• Date: 25-01-2026
• Kickoff: 14:00 GMT / 14:00 UTC

Predicted Lineups

Brentford

• C. Kelleher
• N. Collins
• M. Kayode
• K. Ajer
• S. van den Berg
• K. Schade
• Y. Yarmolyuk
• M. Damsgaard
• M. Jensen
• Thiago
• D. Ouattara

Nottingham Forest

• M. Sels
• N. Milenkovic
• N. Williams
• Murillo
• N. Savona
• E. Anderson
• M. Gibbs-White
• C. Hudson-Odoi
• N. Domínguez
• Igor Jesus
• D. Ndoye

Injury & Suspension Report

Brentford

• J. Henderson – Ankle Injury
• A. Milambo – Knee Injury
• Fábio Carvalho – Knee Injury
• J. Dasilva – Knee Injury

Nottingham Forest

• John – Knee Injury
• C. Wood – Knee Injury

Head-to-Head

Recent meetings have tended to be open, with just over three goals per game across the last seven clashes. Brentford hold a narrow edge overall with 12 wins to Nottingham Forest’s 9, along with five draws. The pattern has often swung in phases, producing chances for both teams.

Match Analysis & Prediction

Pressing intensity and aerial battles to set the tone

Brentford’s home run points to a side comfortable controlling tempo and attacking in waves. Eleven goals across five recent home matches indicate sustained chance creation, built on organized pressing and quick transitions. Forest’s away form is steady, with two wins and three additional unbeaten results in their last five on the road, suggesting they can withstand pressure and strike in moments. Expect Brentford to work set plays and second balls, while Forest look to break quickly through their wide midfielders and mobile forwards.

Thiago’s finishing gives Brentford a cutting edge

Thiago’s brace in a 3-3 draw with Sunderland showcased his timing and composure in front of goal, attributes that fit Brentford’s vertical surges and link-up play. With M. Jensen and M. Damsgaard supplying from midfield and K. Schade’s running threat, Brentford have multiple routes into the box. The home side’s 3-1-2 record against comparable opposition highlights their ability to adjust game plans without losing attacking intent.

Matz Sels’ away form anchors Forest

Forest average a goal per away game in recent outings, but their platform has often been defensive solidity. Matz Sels’ eight away clean sheets across the season underline reliable shot-stopping and command of his area. With a slightly negative goal difference against similar-level teams, efficiency in both boxes is crucial. The absences of John and C. Wood reduce depth, so Forest’s midfield—featuring M. Gibbs-White, N. Domínguez and E. Anderson—will need to control phases and feed Igor Jesus and D. Ndoye quickly to exploit transitions.

Prediction: A competitive, chance-filled match with both sides on the scoresheet. Brentford’s home thrust versus Forest’s disciplined away setup points to a 2-2 draw.