Nottingham Forest vs Man United Premier League Fixture – Injury News, Match Preview and Predicted Line-Ups

Red Devils will aim for second consecutive win.

Nottingham Forest will welcome Manchester United at home on Tuesday. Forest are currently sitting in third position, while Man United are sitting in 13th position in the league table. The two teams have completely different aspirations going into this match. Forest are sitting six points ahead of fifth-placed Manchester City.

Determined to hold onto their spot, they are aiming to solidify their Champions League qualification. Whereas, Man United are looking to confirm consecutive league wins for the first time this season. In their last match, they defeated Leicester City 3-0 before the break.

Nikola's first Forest goal at Old Trafford. 💪 pic.twitter.com/UVHcyYWl8S
— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) March 31, 2025

Forest are also coming into this match on the back of a 4-2 win against Ipswich Town and FA Cup semi-final qualification. Forest, who barely avoided relegation last season, have defied expectations under Nuno Espirito Santo and are looking to keep up with this high form of performance.

They will look to complete a league double win against Man United for the first time since 1991-92. However, it won’t be easy with the Red Devils remaining unbeaten in normal time in the Premier League since mid-February. With Europa League aspirations in mind, Rúben Amorim’s men will be determined to build momentum.

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Nottingham Forest Injury News

Forest’s list of probable unavailable players due to injuries includes striker Chris Wood, who is doubtful because of a hip injury, and Morgan Gibbs-White. Wood sustained the injury during his international duty, while playmaker Gibbs-White will undergo a late fitness test after colliding with the goalpost in their FA Cup tie against Brighton.

In case Wood is unavailable, former Red Devils player Anthony Elanga could lead the attack, with Jota Silva providing support from the wing. Callum Hudson-Odoi should also start on the left flank. In the backline, Nikola Milenkovic should retain his place in the starting lineup.

Nottingham Forest probable starting lineup:

Sels; N Williams, Murillo, Milenkovic, Aina; Andersonz, Dominguez; Hudson-Odoi, Gibbs-White, Jota; Elanga

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Man United Injury News

Manchester United have received an immense injury boost with the return of several key players – Altay Bayindir, Leny Yoro, Tom Heaton, Harry Maguire, and Luke Shaw. All of them have returned to training. Patrick Dorgu will also be available for the match after serving a suspension. However, they are still missing Ayden Heaven, Amad Diallo, Jonny Evans, Kobbie Mainoo, and Lisandro Martinez because of injuries.

Amorim could start Joshua Zirkzee in the attack, with Rasmus Hojlund and Alejandro Garnacho supporting him from the beginning after their recent goals. Maguire and Yoro may bolster the defensive setup coming back to the squad. Whereas, Dorgu should also feature on the left after his impressive performance against Real Sociedad.

Man United probable starting lineup:

Onana; Yoro, Maguire, De Ligt; Dorgu, Ugarte, Fernandes, Dalot; Zirkzee, Hojlund, Garnacho

Nottingham Forest vs. Manchester United Premier League Betting Odds

Odds via BetMGM

Teams	Moneyline	Total Goals
Nottingham Forest	Win: +130 Draw: +235	Over 2.5: +100 Under 2.5: -125
Manchester United	Win: +205 Draw: +235	Over 3.5: +270 Under 3.5: -333

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Football writer at The Playoffs. I’ve been obsessed with the beautiful game since I was a kid.. Eventually, I realized I could combine my passion for writing with my love for football, and I’ve never looked back. My favorite part of the job is everything—when you’re doing what you love, even a late-night deadline feels like extra time in a thrilling cup final. Lastly, Lionel Messi is the GOAT.