On Wednesday 21 October 2026, Ipswich Town play Nottingham Forest in the EPL. Our model likes 2 bets here. The one it likes most is Nottingham Forest -0.25 Goal Handicap, priced at -110 when we wrote this. Here is the thinking behind each pick, in plain English.
Odds correct at time of publishing
As Ipswich Town prepares to host Nottingham Forest, recent trends strongly favor the visitors. Nottingham’s attacking output on the road has seen them average two goals per game, a stark contrast to Ipswich’s inconsistent home form, where they’ve netted just 1.8 goals over their last five at Portman Road. Despite a shaky away record in their last five matches, Forest has shown resilience against Ipswich, winning both recent encounters. Ipswich’s recent xG figures suggest a struggle to create clear chances, averaging a concerning 0, while Nottingham’s away form has been bolstered by a robust shot average of 15 per game. With Forest’s ability to score and Ipswich’s home vulnerabilities, placing a bet on Nottingham Forest at -0.25 seems like a strategic move. Expect Forest to capitalize on their momentum, making them well-positioned to come away with at least a draw, if not a win.
Ipswich Town vs Nottingham Forest: Over 1.5 Total Goals (-400)
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As Ipswich Town prepares to host Nottingham Forest, the stage is set for a thrilling encounter that promises goals. Ipswich, despite a mixed home record lately, has managed to score an average of 1.8 goals in recent home matches, showcasing their attacking intent. Nottingham, on the other hand, can’t be overlooked; they've netted an impressive 2 goals on average in their last away games. Considering that both teams have a tendency to concede—Ipswich allowing 1.2 goals per home game and Forest 2 goals on the road—the odds favor a high-scoring affair. With their recent offensive numbers and the history of their matchups, betting on over 1.5 goals feels like a smart move. The attacking flair from both sides is likely to shine through, making this a match where the scoreboard could light up early and often.
That is how our model reads Ipswich Town v Nottingham Forest. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back anything. And if a game does not feel right to you, the strongest move is to skip it -- there is another one tomorrow.
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