Nottingham Forest will face Newcastle United in an upcoming Premier League match. This encounter holds significant historical context, as Forest struggles against the Magpies in previous meetings.
Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle: Historical Performance
In 15 Premier League encounters, Nottingham Forest has secured only one victory against Newcastle, with three draws and 11 losses. Their lone win occurred at St James’ Park in December 2023, when they triumphed 3-1. Furthermore, Newcastle maintains an unbeaten streak in their last seven away matches against Forest, achieving four victories and three draws.
Recent Form
Following a convincing 4-1 win over Burnley at the City Ground, Nottingham Forest aims to achieve back-to-back home victories for the first time since March-April 2025. Meanwhile, Newcastle has yet to find their rhythm away from home. They have scored only 16 goals in Premier League away games this season, ranking among the lowest in the league.
Key Statistics
- Newcastle has lost nine of their 16 league matches in 2026, the second-highest in the league.
- A loss in this match would mark their earliest entry into 10 defeats in a calendar year since 2015.
- Eddie Howe, the Newcastle manager, boasts an impressive 86% success rate against Nottingham Forest, winning 6 of 7 matches.
Player Highlights
William Osula leads Newcastle with a remarkable minutes per goal ratio, netting six goals in 713 minutes of play. Morgan Gibbs-White has also made headlines, contributing to nine goals in his last eight games with seven goals and two assists. His performance has made him the first Nottingham Forest player to achieve 30+ goals and 30+ assists in the Premier League.
Fixture Outlook
This match is an important opportunity for both teams. Nottingham Forest seeks to extend their winning streak, while Newcastle aims to turn their form around. Fans can expect an engaging battle this weekend in the Premier League.
