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West Ham United:
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Currently 15th in the Premier League standings.
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Secured a 2-0 victory over Manchester United in their last match, ending an eight-game winless streak.
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Aiming to win consecutive top-flight matches for the first time since February.
Nottingham Forest:
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Positioned 7th in the league, vying for a European spot.
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Won only once in their last six Premier League games.
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Suffered a 2-0 defeat to Leicester City in their previous match.
Tactical Analysis
West Ham United:
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Manager Graham Potter has stabilized the team, evident in their recent win over Manchester United.
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Jarrod Bowen is in fine form, contributing four goals and two assists in his last six Premier League games.
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The team has a strong home record against Nottingham Forest, winning five of their six Premier League home fixtures against them.
Nottingham Forest:
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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.
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The defense, featuring Matz Sels, Ola Aina, Nikola Milenković, Murillo, and Neco Williams, has been consistent and resilient.
Team News
West Ham United:
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No new injury concerns reported.
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Crysencio Summerville remains sidelined with a hamstring injury.
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Michail Antonio is recovering from a broken leg.
Nottingham Forest:
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Forward Taiwo Awoniyi is recuperating after abdominal surgery.
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Callum Hudson-Odoi and Murillo are being assessed for hamstring issues.
Prediction
Predicted Score: West Ham United 1-2 Nottingham Forest
