Nottingham Forest will face Tottenham Hotspur in an exciting Premier League encounter. The match promises to showcase the contrasting fortunes of both teams.
Recent Performance Overview
Nottingham Forest has recently turned the tide against Tottenham, having completed a league double over them last season. However, the club has struggled against Spurs prior to that, losing six consecutive Premier League matches from 1998 to 2024.
On the other hand, Tottenham is seeking to build momentum after securing a 2-0 victory against Brentford in their latest clash. This victory marks a significant opportunity for Spurs to achieve back-to-back league wins for the first time since August.
Statistics and Historical Context
- Tottenham has won only three times at the City Ground, all without conceding.
- Nottingham Forest has failed to score in eight Premier League matches, second only to Wolverhampton Wanderers.
- When scoring, Forest remains unbeaten in their last 11 league outings, with six wins and five draws.
- Tottenham has the most away wins (5) and points (16) this season, trailing only Crystal Palace.
Managerial Insights
Nottingham Forest’s manager, Sean Dyche, has had a challenging history against Tottenham, winning only two of his 17 Premier League games versus them. His next defeat would make it 153 in the competition, tying him with Arsène Wenger for seventh place on the managerial defeats list.
Player Highlights
Elliot Anderson of Nottingham Forest leads the Premier League in line-breaking passes with 90. Meanwhile, Tottenham’s Richarlison stands out for his contributions, having been involved in eight league goals this season, with six goals and two assists.
As the teams prepare to clash, fans can look forward to an engaging match that highlights this compelling rivalry in the Premier League.
