Nottingham vs Arsenal Prediction & Betting Tips (30 January)

As expected, Nottingham Forest is in the battle not to go down this season and today occupies 16th place in the Premier League with 1 game more and 4 points ahead of the first relegation. After going 7 games without a win, 1 draw and 6 defeats, Christian Wood's teammates gave themselves some breathing room in the standings by scoring, just before the new year, 2 unexpected successes against Newcastle 1-3 and Manchester United 2 -1. On the last day, however, they fell again to Brentford 3-2. Last weekend, Nottingham Forest were held to a 0-0 draw at Bristol City and will therefore have to play a replay in this round of 16 of the FA Cup. Arsenal did not go far from the title of champion of England. last year and is still playing the leading roles this season.

Indeed, the London team is currently 3rd in the Premier League and is 5 points behind the leader. Authors of a very good start to the season, the Gunners on the other hand let slip valuable points to end the month of December, evidenced by the 3 losses conceded in 5 matches, for 1 victory and 1 draw. They resumed their march forward on the last day by crushing Crystal Palace 5-0. Eliminated from the League Cup and the FA Cup, Arsenal are however qualified for the round of 16 of the Champions League and will face Porto.

For Nottingham Forest, we must mention the withdrawals of the important striker Awoniyi (4 goals in the PL) and the experienced defender Felipe. Also note that defenders Aurier, Boly, Niakhaté and Aina and midfielders Sangaré and Kouyaté are also absent due to their participation in the CAN. Added to this are the uncertainties surrounding the participation of wingers Elanga and Origi. On the attacking front, the influential Wood (8 goals in PL) should take his place. This winter, Nottingham Forest is calm for the moment with only a few loan returns.

Arsenal still have to do without long-time absent defender Timber and midfielders Partey and Vieira, who have not sufficiently recovered from their physical problems. Furthermore, internationals Elneny and Tomiyasu are also unavailable this Tuesday. Author of a double following his entry into play on the last day, Martinelli (4 goals and 2 assists in PL) could join the attacking trio alongside Gabriel Jesus (3 goals and 2 assists in PL) and Saka (6 goals and 7 assists in PL). Arsenal has the 2nd defense in the championship.