Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal – Predicted lineup and team news
Nottingham Forest host Arsenal at the City Ground this evening while they seek to arrest a difficult run and pull clear of the Premier League relegation zone.
Sean Dyche’s side has moved through a frustrating period, including a shock penalty shootout exit to Wrexham in the FA Cup. However, a recent league victory over West Ham has kept them seven points clear of the bottom three. While Forest have struggled at home this season—conceding six defeats at the City Ground already—they remain unbeaten in their last two home encounters against the Gunners.
Nottingham Forest Team News
Sean Dyche manages a squad bolstered by international returns but weakened by fresh surgical procedures. Willy Boly and Ibrahim Sangaré are back from AFCON duty and could feature, though their match fitness will be assessed. Notably, the hosts are without top scorer Chris Wood and John Victor, both of whom underwent knee surgery this week.
Consequently, Igor Jesus is expected to lead the line following the loan exit of Arnaud Kalimuendo. Oleksandr Zinchenko is also unavailable as he cannot face his parent club under loan terms. Matz Sels will continue in goal, while captain Ryan Yates faces a late fitness test on a hamstring problem. Morgan Gibbs-White will provide the creative spark from a number ten role, flanked by Anthony Elanga and Callum Hudson-Odoi.
Nottingham Forest Predicted Lineup
Nottingham Forest predicted XI: Sels; Aina, Milenković, Murillo, Williams; Anderson, Domínguez; Hutchinson, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Jesus
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture takes place at the City Ground on Saturday, 17 January 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 17:30 GMT.
How to watch Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal?
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on TNT Sports 1. Coverage begins at 16:30 GMT.
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