Upset Chance
Risk of unexpected result
Nottingham Recent Form — Last 5
Tottenham Recent Form — Last 5
Key Factors
Tottenham Hotspur's strong away form in the current 2025/26 season, contrasting with their average overall league performance.
Nottingham Forest's poor overall and home form in the 2025/26 Premier League season, despite a strong previous campaign.
Significant injury concerns for both teams, with Tottenham particularly affected in creative midfield roles (Maddison, Kulusevski) and defense (Udogie, Drăgușin). Nottingham Forest also has key players either out or just returning across all lines (Aina, Awoniyi, Wood, Douglas Luiz).
Nottingham Forest's surprising recent head-to-head advantage over Tottenham, having won both Premier League fixtures in the 2024/25 season.
Injuries & Absentees
Nottingham Forest faces several notable absences: defender Ola Aina is out until January 2026 with a hamstring injury, goalkeeper Angus Gunn is expected mid-to-late December but uncertain due to a knee injury. Midfielder Douglas Luiz and strikers Taiwo Awoniyi and Chris Wood are all nearing returns (late December), but might not be fully match fit for this game. Ryan Yates (hamstring) is out until early January 2026. Murillo (hamstring/virus) and Morgan Gibbs-White (knock) are optimistic for availability. Tottenham Hotspur is heavily impacted, especially in midfield and defense. James Maddison (cruciate ligament injury) is a long-term absentee, expected back May 2026. Dejan Kulusevski (knee injury), Radu Drăgușin (cruciate ligament injury), Destiny Udogie (hamstring), Dominic Solanke (ankle), Kota Takai (foot), and Yves Bissouma (ankle/knock) are all expected back in late December 2025 or January 2026. Kolo Muani (broken jaw) is out until early January 2026. However, Brennan Johnson, a key forward, is expected to be available for this fixture after training. Ben Davies is also expected back mid-December.
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What is the Coach AI prediction for Nottingham vs Tottenham?
Coach AI predicts a score of 1-2 with a win probability of 20% for Nottingham, 25% draw and 55% for Tottenham.
What is the recent form of Nottingham and Tottenham?
Nottingham form (last 5): no data. Tottenham form (last 5): no data.
What are the injury and suspension updates for Nottingham vs Tottenham?
Nottingham Forest faces several notable absences: defender Ola Aina is out until January 2026 with a hamstring injury, goalkeeper Angus Gunn is expected mid-to-late December but uncertain due to a knee injury. Midfielder Douglas Luiz and strikers Taiwo Awoniyi and Chris Wood are all nearing returns (late December), but might not be fully match fit for this game. Ryan Yates (hamstring) is out until early January 2026. Murillo (hamstring/virus) and Morgan Gibbs-White (knock) are optimistic for availability. Tottenham Hotspur is heavily impacted, especially in midfield and defense. James Maddison (cruciate ligament injury) is a long-term absentee, expected back May 2026. Dejan Kulusevski (knee injury), Radu Drăgușin (cruciate ligament injury), Destiny Udogie (hamstring), Dominic Solanke (ankle), Kota Takai (foot), and Yves Bissouma (ankle/knock) are all expected back in late December 2025 or January 2026. Kolo Muani (broken jaw) is out until early January 2026. However, Brennan Johnson, a key forward, is expected to be available for this fixture after training. Ben Davies is also expected back mid-December.
What are the current standings for Nottingham and Tottenham in the Premier League?
Nottingham are 16th in the Premier League with 44 points from 38 games. Tottenham are 17th with 41 points from 38 games.
What time does Nottingham vs Tottenham kick off?
Nottingham vs Tottenham kicks off on Sunday, 14 December 2025 at 15:00 (Central European Time). The match is part of the Premier League.
Who is the referee for Nottingham vs Tottenham?
The referee for Nottingham vs Tottenham in the Premier League is Sam Barrott.
What are the key factors for Nottingham vs Tottenham?
Coach AI identifies three decisive factors for Nottingham vs Tottenham: 1. Tottenham Hotspur's strong away form in the current 2025/26 season, contrasting with their average overall league performance. 2. Nottingham Forest's poor overall and home form in the 2025/26 Premier League season, despite a strong previous campaign. 3. Significant injury concerns for both teams, with Tottenham particularly affected in creative midfield roles (Maddison, Kulusevski) and defense (Udogie, Drăgușin). Nottingham Forest also has key players either out or just returning across all lines (Aina, Awoniyi, Wood, Douglas Luiz). 4. Nottingham Forest's surprising recent head-to-head advantage over Tottenham, having won both Premier League fixtures in the 2024/25 season..
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