Sunderland vs Nottingham Forest Prediction: 24.04.2026 English Premier League

With both Sunderland and Nottingham Forest clustered in the thick of the Premier League table, this late-season clash at the Stadium of Light promises more intrigue than headline glamour. Sunderland, just outside the top ten, continue to surprise onlookers under Régis Le Bris, displaying a spirited run of form. Meanwhile, Vitor Pereira’s Forest arrive unbeaten in their last five, showing admirable resilience in both domestic and European play. An undercurrent worth noting? Sunderland’s impressive recent home win against Tottenham hints at a side gathering steam when it matters most, while Forest’s dominance over Burnley and their robust defensive discipline leave little room for error.

Fans should keep a particularly sharp eye on Sunderland’s Brian Brobbey, whose strength and movement up front have posed problems for some of the league’s sturdier defences lately, and Nottingham Forest’s Morgan Gibbs-White, who’s currently riding a hot scoring streak including five goals from midfield in his last five matches. These two could well tip the scales in their sides’ favour.

Hot stat: Nottingham Forest have scored an eye-catching 10 goals in their last five matches, nearly doubling Sunderland’s tally in that same span a testament to Forest’s attacking flair despite their table position.

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Sunderland vs Nottingham Forest prediction

Given Forest’s slightly superior scoring form but Sunderland’s strong home resilience, the most balanced play looks to be a “Draw No Bet: Nottingham Forest” scenario. Forest have shown an ability to score freely (10 in 5) and contain dangerous sides, while Sunderland have relied more heavily on defensive organisation and narrow wins. Add to that Forest’s significantly stronger showing in overall ball possession, and their pass accuracy clocking in at 84% over their last five matches, they’ve got the tools to grind out results away from home.

Crucially, Sunderland average 2.4 yellow cards per match in their last five, compared to just one per match for Forest, suggesting potential for disciplinary disruption in breaking up Forest’s passing patterns. Yet, Sunderland’s low tally of 6 goals versus Forest’s 10 indicates that the hosts might struggle to keep up if Forest find their rhythm. Both sides favour the 4-2-3-1 shape, setting up an intriguing midfield battle. Sunderland’s aggressive approach might see them rack up fouls (44 in the last five), potentially leaving gaps for Forest’s runners to exploit on the break. Expect Forest to control the ball, but Sunderland’s committed press will make it a stubborn contest.

Team Analysis

Sunderland recent games: Sunderland’s pair of recent wins (notably, a gritty 1-0 shutout of Tottenham and a narrow 2-1 over Newcastle) have shown an improving backbone, though their defeat to Aston Villa by a 4-3 margin speaks to lingering frailties under pressure. The high-scoring defeat, while disappointing, indicates a willingness to attack, but perhaps lacking the defensive composure needed to go toe-to-toe with in-form sides. Their 0-1 slip to Brighton serves as a reminder that they can be stifled by more possession-oriented outfits a potential warning against Forest’s controlling tendencies.

Nottingham Forest recent games: Forest’s run has been quietly superb: an emphatic 4-1 dismantling of Burnley, a European double-header vs Porto (1-0, 1-1), and a composed 1-1 at Aston Villa. What stands out is their ability to keep games tight, mix it up in midfield, and deliver clinical moments Gibbs-White’s form puts the opposition on red alert. The thumping of Tottenham (3-0 three matches back) shows that, when needed, Forest can turn on the style just what’s required in matches like this.

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Pre-game odds and win probability: Nottingham Forest the favourite

• Moneyline Sunderland 2.70 | Nottingham Forest 2.65
• Draw 3.25
• Over/Under Over 2.5 1.98 | Under 2.5 1.80
• BTTS (both teams to score) Yes 1.72 | No 2.10

These odds reflect a near coin-flip bookmakers are struggling to split the teams, which aligns with both clubs’ patchy but potentially explosive form. Forest, marginally the pick, get the nod for their improved attack and ability to keep shape defensively. The market slightly favours goals, expecting attacking intent from both.

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Possible Starting Lineups

Sunderland possible starting eleven

This lineup reflects Sunderland’s favoured 4-2-3-1, with Xhaka anchoring the midfield alongside the creative Le Fée. Brobbey spearheads the attack, having led the line with intelligence and brute strength of late. Hume is notable for his overlapping runs and goal-scoring threat from deep. Rigg and Diarra add legs and directness Sunderland will hope their industry can stifle Forest’s midfield interplay.

Nottingham Forest possible starting eleven

Expect Forest to stick with their 4-2-3-1: sturdy spine with Sels trusted between the sticks, and Milenković anchoring a back four built for recovery pace. Williams’ marauding runs and Gibbs-White’s playmaking are pivotal; the latter’s current hot streak makes him the key danger man. Igor Jesus, in good scoring nick, will relish testing a Sunderland defence that struggled to keep Villa out last time out. Forest’s blend of youth and guile, especially in midfield, is their trump card here.

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The Verdict

It’s tight and what more could we expect from two tactically aware sides both fighting to turn form into late-season momentum? Our main pick is “Draw No Bet: Nottingham Forest”. Forest’s recent scoring output and the confidence of Gibbs-White should see them have the edge if Sunderland’s press exposes too many gaps. Don’t be shocked if both teams find the net with the midfield battle and set pieces likely to play decisive roles. Either way, neutrals and supporters alike can expect an engrossing end-to-end contest with tangible implications for how these sides finish the campaign.
As another chapter is written in the relentless Premier League narrative, both managers can take heart win, lose, or draw, their squads are shaping up to be far more than simple mid-table fodder. Watch this space: if Forest ride their momentum and Sunderland shore up defensively, both could yet have a say in the season’s final act.

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