Bet with MINO CASINO →Played: final score 0–1. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
Nottingham Forest v Arsenal takes place on 18 October 2026 · 16:30 at City Ground (Nottingham); Michael Oliver, England will referee. We back Arsenal (58%) as favourites. Further down: the tip, the probability of each result, absences and our view of the game.
Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal: odds from several bookmakers
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top odds available | 5.96 | 4.00 | 1.68 |
| Market average | 5.61 | 3.89 | 1.63 |
| Lowest odds | 5.00 | 3.75 | 1.57 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.27 | 1.25 | 75.3% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.90 | 1.84 | 52.0% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.05 | 2.00 | 48.0% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 3.20 | 3.03 | 31.1% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.86 | 1.83 | 50.8% |
| BTTS – no | 1.95 | 1.89 | 49.2% |
Our odds combine the prices of several bookmakers and were refreshed 18/10/26, 13:08. Use them for guidance only, since one operator may quote differently. The margin averages 5.0%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Nottingham Forest 0–1 Arsenal, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Nottingham Forest 19th (6 points), Arsenal 1st (24 points).
- Absences: Nottingham Forest 0, Arsenal 0.
Who will win Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal?
To reach this estimate we remove the margin from several bookmakers' odds. Nothing about the outcome is guaranteed.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. Whenever the best odds on offer top the fair odds, that price is value. Likely: ≥ 60%; possible: 50–60%; outsider: anything under 50%.
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Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal: injuries, suspensions, absences
Nottingham Forest
- No reported absences
Arsenal
- No reported absences
Absences can still change up to kick-off.
Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal: form and table
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 9 | 8-0-1 | 14:5 | 24 |
| 2 |  Manchester City | 9 | 7-0-2 | 20:10 | 21 |
| 3 |  Brighton | 9 | 6-1-2 | 24:7 | 19 |
| 4 |  Chelsea | 9 | 5-1-3 | 19:15 | 16 |
| 5 |  Liverpool | 9 | 4-3-2 | 11:9 | 15 |
| 6 |  Brentford | 9 | 3-5-1 | 16:9 | 14 |
| 7 |  Bournemouth | 9 | 3-3-3 | 14:13 | 12 |
| 8 |  Tottenham | 9 | 3-3-3 | 10:10 | 12 |
| 9 |  Aston Villa | 9 | 3-3-3 | 10:13 | 12 |
| 10 |  Hull City | 9 | 2-5-2 | 11:10 | 11 |
| 11 |  Leeds | 9 | 2-5-2 | 9:8 | 11 |
| 12 |  Newcastle | 8 | 3-2-3 | 12:14 | 11 |
| 13 |  Ipswich | 9 | 3-2-4 | 14:18 | 11 |
| 14 |  Everton | 8 | 2-4-2 | 8:9 | 10 |
| 15 |  Fulham | 9 | 2-3-4 | 9:11 | 9 |
| 16 |  Coventry | 9 | 3-0-6 | 9:16 | 9 |
| 17 |  Manchester United | 9 | 1-4-4 | 10:15 | 7 |
| 18 |  Crystal Palace | 9 | 2-1-6 | 9:21 | 7 |
| 19 | Nottingham Forest | 9 | 1-3-5 | 6:12 | 6 |
| 20 |  Sunderland | 9 | 1-2-6 | 7:17 | 5 |
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Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal: our match analysis
Why this is our tip
- Table. Nottingham Forest: 19th, 6 points from 9 matches (1W 3D 5L). Arsenal: 1st, 24 points (8W 0D 1L).
What to expect
We make Arsenal the favourites. The projected scoreline is 1–2, close to 3 goals in the game, and the outcome we rate highest is 0–1 (12.1%). We see a fairly level contest.
On goals we like Over 2.5 goals (odds 1.90), with a probability of 52% by our reckoning. By our numbers, both teams scoring is 51% and over 2.5 goals is 52%.
Main points of the prediction
- Projected: close to 3 goals; probability of over 2.5 goals 52%.
- Not available: Nottingham Forest 0, Arsenal 0.
Alternative tip: Both teams score: yes
Other option: Both teams score: yes (probability 51%, odds up to 1.86). We project close to 3 goals, which points the same way.
Absences
Not available for Nottingham Forest: no absences. Not available for Arsenal: no absences. Line-ups can still change, so look at the team news again before kick-off.
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Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal: common questions
Which bet do we recommend for Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal?
On the result, our pick is Arsenal to win (1.68); on goals, Over 2.5 goals (1.90). Prefer less risk? Go for Draw or Arsenal (X2).
Who will win Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal?
As we see it: Nottingham Forest to win 17%, the draw 24%, Arsenal to win 58%.
What is the kick-off time and venue?
18 October 2026, 16:30, at City Ground, Nottingham. Referee: Michael Oliver, England.
Who will be missing?
Nottingham Forest: no absences. Arsenal: no absences. Absences can still change up to kick-off.
Will the game go over 2.5 goals?
We give over 2.5 goals a 52% chance (odds 1.90), against 48% for under 2.5 (odds 2.05).
Will both teams score?
By our numbers, both sides scoring is 51% (odds 1.86).
What correct score is most probable?
In order: 0–1 (12.1%), 0–2 (10.9%), 1–1 (10.9%).
Where do your predictions come from?
It all starts with bookmaker odds: we take prices from several firms, remove the margin, average them and convert the result into probabilities. A Poisson model then supplies the expected goals and the most probable scorelines. Form, previous meetings and absences are shown alongside as background. We share our predictions to inform you, and they cannot promise that a bet will win.
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