West Ham vs Nottingham Forest Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Premier League 2024-25

The Garibaldis secured a dominating win over the Hammers previously this season.

West Ham United are ready to host Nottingham Forest in match week 37 of the English Premier League 2024-25 season. The interesting EPL contest is all set to take place at the London Stadium.

West Ham United are coming in after defeating the Premier League giants Manchester United in their last league contest. It will give them a big confidence boost as they now face the Garibaldis. They are in the 15th spot on the EPL points table and will be looking to end the season on a positive note.

Good vibes at Rush Green 😄 pic.twitter.com/R6KtEJYEJq

— West Ham United (@WestHam) May 15, 2025

Nottingham Forest have dropped down to the seventh spot in the league table. They are looking to secure the UEFA Champions League spot for the next season. They will have to win all of their remaining fixtures to have any chance of doing so.

They have seen a significant drop in form but have defeated the Hammers once this season. They will be looking to complete the double here.

Kick-off:

• Location: London, England
• Stadium: London Stadium
• Date: Sunday, May 18
• Kick-off Time: 18:45 IST/ 13:15 GMT/ 08:15 ET/ 05:15 PT
• Referee: Samuel Barrott
• VAR: In use

Form:

West Ham: L-D-L-D-W

Nottingham Forest: W-L-L-D-D

Players to Watch

Jarrod Bowen (West Ham)

Jarrod Bowen is coming in after scoring a crucial goal for the Hammers in their last game against Manchester United. This helped them secure an easy win. He is the top goal scorer for West Ham this season with 11 goals in his pocket.

Bowen has also managed to assist seven times in 32 league matches in the ongoing season.

Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest)

Chris Wood is the top marksman for the Garibaldis in the Premier League this season. Since his return from a minor injury, he has not been able to perform up to the mark. Wood is going to create some problems for West Ham’s defence.

He is going to play a crucial role in the attacking front for his side.

Woody's 24/25 season so far. 🔝 pic.twitter.com/LyfEgspOQZ

— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) May 15, 2025

Match Facts

• Nottingham Forest are on a two-match winning streak against the Hammers.
• The Garibaldis have not won any of their last four games.
• West Ham have won two of their last five games against Nottingham Forest.

West Ham vs Nottingham Forest: Betting Tips and Odds

• Nottingham Forest to win @13/8 Betfair Sportsbook
• Chris Wood to score @11/2 Betfair Sportsbook
• Goals over 3.5 @13/5 Bet MGM

Injury and Team News

West Ham United will be without the services of Crysencio Summerville and Michail Antonio as they are injured.

Callum Hudson-Odoi, Murillo and Taiwo Awoniyi are injured and will miss out for Nottingham Forest.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 9

West Ham won: 5

Nottingham Forest won: 4

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

West Ham predicted lineup (3-4-1-2)

Areola (GK); Tadibo, Kilman, Cresswell; Coufal, Ward-Prowse, Rodriguez, Wan-Bissaka; Soucek; Bowen, Kudus

Nottingham Forest predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Sels (GK); Aina, Milenkovic, Murillo, Williams; Sangare, Anderson; Dominguez, Gibbs-White, Elanga; Wood

Match Prediction

Both sides are set to produce an intense encounter. Nottingham Forest might emerge as the better team against West Ham United in their upcoming Premier League 2024-25 fixture.

Prediction: West Ham 1-3 Nottingham Forest

Telecast Details

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UK: TNT Sports

USA: NBC Sports

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