On Saturday 26 September 2026, Nottingham Forest play Arsenal in the EPL. Our model likes 2 bets here. The one it likes most is Under 2.5 Total Goals, priced at -108 when we wrote this. Here is the thinking behind each pick, in plain English.

Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal: Under 2.5 Total Goals (-108)

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As Nottingham Forest prepares to host Arsenal, the stage is set for a clash that may be more tactical than explosive. Forest's recent home form has been underwhelming, averaging just 0.4 goals in their last five at home, while they’ve allowed only 0.8 per match. Their xG stats tell a similar story—struggling to create meaningful chances. Arsenal, although more potent, has seen their last five games yield an average of just 1.2 goals away. With both teams’ attacking numbers trending downward and Forest's inability to convert their chances, betting on under 2.5 total goals seems prudent. Their defensive setups will likely take precedence, and as Arsenal’s recent matches indicate, a low-scoring affair may be on the horizon. Expect a dogfight, but perhaps not one filled with goals.

Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal: Both Teams To Score: No (-112)

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As Nottingham Forest prepares to face an in-form Arsenal, the statistics paint a compelling narrative for betting on ‘No’ in the Both Teams to Score market. Forest has struggled at home lately, averaging a meager 0.4 goals in their last five matches at the City Ground, and their attacking xG reflects this dire form—sitting at zero. Defensively, they’ve conceded just 0.8 goals per game but face a Gunners side that has scored 1.6 goals on average across their last five outings. While Arsenal boasts a solid away record, the key lies in Forest's inability to find the back of the net against superior opposition. With Arsenal’s defense tightening and Forest’s struggles amplified, the likelihood of both teams scoring seems slim. This clash could very well end with a clean sheet for the visitors, making ‘No’ in the Both Teams to Score market an enticing option.

That is how our model reads Nottingham Forest v Arsenal. 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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