17 May 2025

West Ham Vs Nottingham Full Match Analysis

Recent Form

West Ham United:

  • Currently 15th in the Premier League standings.

  • Secured a 2-0 victory over Manchester United in their last match, ending an eight-game winless streak.

  • Aiming to win consecutive top-flight matches for the first time since February.

Nottingham Forest:

  • Positioned 7th in the league, vying for a European spot.

  • Won only once in their last six Premier League games.

  • Suffered a 2-0 defeat to Leicester City in their previous match.


Tactical Analysis

West Ham United:

  • Manager Graham Potter has stabilized the team, evident in their recent win over Manchester United.

  • Jarrod Bowen is in fine form, contributing four goals and two assists in his last six Premier League games.

  • The team has a strong home record against Nottingham Forest, winning five of their six Premier League home fixtures against them.

Nottingham Forest:

  • Under Nuno Espirito Santo, Forest has been effective on counter-attacks, with Anthony Elanga providing pace and Chris Wood leading the attack with 20 league goals this season.

  • The defense, featuring Matz Sels, Ola Aina, Nikola Milenković, Murillo, and Neco Williams, has been consistent and resilient.


Team News

West Ham United:

  • No new injury concerns reported.

  • Crysencio Summerville remains sidelined with a hamstring injury.

  • Michail Antonio is recovering from a broken leg.

Nottingham Forest:

  • Forward Taiwo Awoniyi is recuperating after abdominal surgery.

  • Callum Hudson-Odoi and Murillo are being assessed for hamstring issues.


Prediction

Predicted Score: West Ham United 1-2 Nottingham Forest