Manchester City Winning Streak
Manchester City arrive at Nottingham Forest on a seven-match winning run in all competitions, including five straight Premier League victories. Their last three league wins have all been by a 3-0 margin, pushing them close to leaders Arsenal.
Pep Guardiola’s side are also unbeaten in their last ten matches played between Christmas and New Year (W8, D2). City have scored a league-high 21 first-half goals this season and average 3.35 goals per Premier League game.
Nottingham Forest’s Form and Home Record
Nottingham Forest recently suffered a 1-0 defeat to Fulham, leaving them just above the relegation zone. Under Sean Dyche, Forest have won four of their last six home matches in all competitions (D1, L1).
Forest have struggled for consistency, alternating wins and losses in their last six league fixtures. Only Wolves have failed to score in more Premier League games than Forest’s nine this season.
Head-to-Head and Managerial Records
City have lost just once in their last ten league meetings with Forest (W7, D2). However, Forest’s only win in that run came in last season’s corresponding fixture (1-0).
Pep Guardiola is unbeaten in 16 Premier League matches against Sean Dyche (W14, D2), underlining City’s dominance in this managerial matchup.
Key Players and Team News
Callum Hudson-Odoi has scored twice and assisted once in his last match for Forest at the City Ground, with both previous goals against City coming at home. Erling Haaland leads City with 19 league goals, including five in six meetings with Forest.
Forest are set to be without Chris Wood and several other first-team players, while City will miss Jérémy Doku for this fixture.
Betting Insights and Match Outlook
With City scoring three or more goals in each of their last five league matches, an away win with over 2.5 goals appears likely. Forest, however, have won their last four matches played between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
City’s attacking form and historical dominance make them strong favourites, but Forest’s home resilience could provide a challenge in this crucial Premier League clash.