Preview: Nottingham Forest vs Ferencvaros Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | UEFA Europa League 2025-26
Can Sean Dyche get the better of the Hungarian giants?
City Ground in Nottinghamshire is gearing up to host the Matchweek 8 fixture of the UEFA Europa League, featuring home team Nottingham Forest and Hungarian giants Ferencvaros.
Nottingham Forest are coming after a defeat in their last UEL game against Braga and would be keen to finish strongly with a home win. Though the top eight chances look slim, they will be determined to extend their winning streak to two after clinching all three points in their most recent encounter against Brentford.
The Hungarian giants can seal their spot in the top eight with a win in the upcoming game against Forest. They have been one of the rare unbeaten sides in the competition so far. They are positioned seventh currently and are led by the Irish legend Robbie Keane.
Kick-off:
- Location: Nottingham, England
- Stadium: City Ground
- Date: Friday, January 30
- Kick-off Time: 1:30 a.m. IST
- Referee: TBD
- VAR: In use
Players to Watch
Igor Jesus (Nottingham Forest)
The Brazilian striker has plied his trade with teams like Shabab Al Ahli and Botafogo before making a move to the City Ground with Nottingham. In the absence of their primary striker, Chris Wood, Jesus has fared well and stepped forward to lead the attack. In 5 UEL games, he has been on fire, scoring 4 goals for Nottingham.
Yusuf Bamidele (Ferencvaros)
The Nigerian striker is the most valued player in the Ferencvaros squad. After playing for teams like Estoril and Radnicki Nis, he made a move to Hungary in 2025. He will be keen to find his name in the scoresheet and clinch a win for the Hungarian giants. In 6 games, he has scored twice and given an assist as well.
Match Facts
- These two sides will lock horns against each other for the first time ever
- Nottingham Forest are coming after a win over Brentford in their last EPL game
- A win will guarantee top eight spot for Ferencvaros
Nottingham Forest vs Ferencvaros: Betting Tips and Odds
- Nottingham to win the match – 8/13 with bet365
- Igor Jesus to score – 6/4 with bet365
- Nottingham Forest 1-0 Ferencvaros -13/2 with bet365
Injury and Team News
Nottingham are set to miss John Victor and Chris Wood. Elliot Anderson picked a red card in the last game.
The Hungarian outfit have no injury concerns for the next game.
Head-to-Head
These two sides will lock horns against each other for the first time ever
Predicted Lineups
Nottingham predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Sels (GK); Aina, Milenkovic, Murillo, Williams; Sangare, Luiz; Hudson Odoi, Gibbs White, Dominguez; Jesus
Ferencvaros predicted lineup (3-5-2)
Grof (GK); Cisse, Raemaekers, Szalai; Makreckis, Levi, Romao, Kanichowsky, Cadu; Bamidele, Zacharissen
Match Prediction
Despite Ferencvaros have fared better in the Europa League than Nottingham, we expect the home side to extend their winning streak to two and clinch a slender win at home.
Prediction: Nottingham Forest 1-0 Ferencvaros
Telecast Details
India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network
UK: TNT Sports
US: Paramount+, TUDN
Middle East/North Africa: beIN Sports
When and where is the Nottingham Forest vs Ferencvaros UEL 2025-26 match?
The venue is City Ground, Nottingham. It will be played on Friday, 30 January, at 1:30 a.m. IST.
Where and how to watch UEL 2025-26 in India?
Sony LIV can be used in India to watch all the games live.
Where and how to watch UEL 2025-26 in the UK?
People in the UK can tune into TNT Sports to watch the matches live.
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