The Matchday 29 Premier League clash between Ipswich and Nottingham Forest will take place on March 15 at Portman Road. Ipswich vs. Nottingham Forest: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Ipswich
Kieran McKenna's side approaches the upcoming match sitting 18th in the league table, trailing Wolverhampton by five points, who occupy the safe 17th spot. However, the team has been unable to secure a win in their last nine Premier League matches, collecting only two points. Additionally, the club has lost their last three league fixtures: at home against Tottenham (1-4), and away to Manchester United (2-3) and Crystal Palace (0-1).
- The club has conceded at least two goals in 7 of their last 9 league matches.
- Both teams have scored in 5 of Ipswich's last 6 Premier League games.
- At least two goals have been scored in the second half in 6 of the club's last 8 league matches.
Predicted lineup for Ipswich (4-2-3-1)
Alex Palmer – Dara O'Shea, Luke Woolfenden, Leif Davis, Jacob Greaves – Kalvin Phillips, Jens Cajuste – Jaden Philogene, Julio Enciso, Jack Clarke – Liam Delap.
Nottingham Forest
Nottingham managed to break a three-match winless streak in the league, during which they drew at home with Arsenal (0-0) and lost away to Fulham (1-2) and Newcastle (3-4). In the last round, playing at home, the team secured a late victory over Manchester City (1-0). As a result, the club not only retained third place in the table but also reduced the gap to Arsenal to four points.
- One of the teams failed to score in 8 of Nottingham's last 12 league matches.
- At least three goals have been scored in 8 of Nottingham Forest's last 10 away league matches.
- The club has scored in the first half in 6 of their last 7 away Premier League games.
Predicted lineup for Nottingham Forest (4-2-3-1)
Matz Sels – Ola Aina, Murillo, Nikola Milenkovic, Neco Williams – Elliot Anderson, Nicolas Dominguez – Anthony Elanga, Morgan Gibbs-White, Callum Hudson-Odoi – Chris Wood.
Referee
Michael Salisbury (England)
Matches – 8 (Premier League, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 26;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.3;
Red cards shown – 2;
Average fouls per match – 23;
Penalties – 0%.
Ipswich vs. Nottingham Forest: Match Prediction
Bookmakers may be overestimating the hosts in the upcoming match, offering high odds on a win for the visitors. Nottingham Forest has repeatedly proven throughout the season that their place among the top teams is no fluke. In the last round, they defeated Manchester City, who, despite a disappointing season, still have a strong chance of finishing in the Champions League spots.
Nottingham Forest lost their last three away matches in the Premier League, although they faced opponents aiming for European competition spots. However, against teams in the lower half of the table, Nottingham has played six matches this season and won them all. Ipswich has a four-match losing streak at home in the Premier League. Since their promotion, the club has played 14 home matches, losing 9 times (1 win and 4 draws).
My prediction – Nottingham Forest to win
