Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City takes place in the Premier League at the City Ground on Saturday afternoon.
Forest come into the game in improved form following the managerial change to Sean Dyche. Across all competitions they are W7-D2-L4, a clear uplift in results and defensive organisation. League form within that run shows four Premier League wins, coming against Leeds, Wolves, Spurs, and an outstanding victory away at Anfield.
While the Liverpool result carries real weight, the other league wins have come against sides who struggle to control territory or suppress box entries.
At home, Forest remain competitive but inefficient. Over recent home games they average 1.84 NPxG yet concede just over 1.0 xG, producing matches that stay open without consistent end product. They win the home xG battle in 75.0% of matches but often fail to turn pressure into goals.
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Manchester City arrive with strong momentum. They have now won seven straight games in all competitions and averaged 3.0 goals across that run. League process supports those outcomes. Over the last eight games City average 2.18 xG, concede 1.10 xGA, and hold an xPTS of 16.47. Away from home they remain composed, collecting thirteen points from eight matches.
City’s recent performances show controlled dominance rather than volatility. They generate high quality chances while limiting exposure once ahead. Forest’s improved resilience will be tested by sustained pressure rather than moments. With contrasting profiles and City’s ability to manage game state, the fixture sets up as one where patience and efficiency shape the outcome.
