Burnley vs Nottingham Forest will meet at Turf Moor on 15:00 BST. Burnley enters this crucial Premier League fixture still reeling from an unfortunate run of results, which ended their impressive 15-month home unbeaten streak last weekend against Liverpool. Despite the losses, the Clarets have shown resilience, highlighted by their defensive discipline evidenced by 12 blocked shots in the recent match, the highest tally in the league this season.
Manager Scott Parker remains calm, focused on steadying the team, and eager to leverage their strong defense while adding attacking fluidity to build momentum at Turf Moor
Nottingham Forest arrive at Turf Moor seeking their first win under new head coach Ange Postecoglou after suffering disappointing defeats in recent matches, including a heavy loss at Arsenal.
Postecoglou has emphasized the importance of securing a victory not just to ease pressure on himself but to boost confidence and belief within the squad.
Forest are also managing injuries carefully, with a key defender still doubtful but hopeful for a return of important midfield reinforcements, aiming for a strong performance to kickstart their Premier League campaign.
Burnley welcome Nottingham Forest to Turf Moor in a vital early-season fixture, with both sides desperate for positive results to climb the table. The Clarets have struggled for goals recently but will look to leverage home advantage. Forest come into the game after a mixed run of results, aiming to build consistency under their new boss.
Burnley vs Nottingham Forest Match Preview -Team News, Recent Form, H2H & Prediction
This midtable clash is crucial for both clubs trying to avoid early relegation worries and establish Premier League footing.
- Teams: Burnley vs Nottingham Forest
- Date: Sunday, September 21, 2025
- Time: 15:00 BST (14:00 UTC)
- Venue: Turf Moor, Burnley, England
- Competition: Premier League 2025–26 (Matchweek 7)
Recent Form of Burnley and Nottingham Forest
Burnley have won one, drawn two, and lost two of their last five matches, fighting hard but lacking a cutting edge in attack. Nottingham Forest’s last five include two wins, one draw, and two losses, showing flashes of promise amidst inconsistency.
- Burnley: W1–D2–L2
- Nottingham Forest: W2–D1–L2
Burnley vs Nottingham Forest Head-to-Head Record
Recent head-to-heads have been even, with Burnley slightly edging Forest overall.
| Statistic | Burnley | Nottingham Forest | Draws | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wins | 43 | 38 | 29 | 110 |
Team News
- Burnley: Striker Taiwo Awoniyi remains sidelined with a hamstring injury. Defender Nathan Collins returns from suspension. Midfielder Josh Brownhill is fit and expected to play.
- Nottingham Forest: Captain Joe Worrall is available after suspension. Midfielder Jack Colback is out with a knee problem. Forward Taiwo Awoniyi misses out as he recovers.
Burnley vs Nottingham Forest – Possible Starting Lineups
- Burnley (4-3-3): Pope; Lowton, Collins, Mee, Brady; Brownhill, Westwood, McNeil; Cornet, Vydra, Barnes.
- Nottingham Forest (3-5-2): Steele; Yates, Lascelles, Worrall; Tosin, Dowell, Dowling, Henderson, Mir; Grabban, Awoniyi.
Key Battles
- Chris Wood vs Lascelles: Physical presence up front against experienced center-back.
- Josh Brownhill vs Morgan Gibbs-White: Midfield battle for creativity and control.
Tactical Overview
- Burnley: Structured defense, quick transitions, rely on crosses and set-pieces.
- Nottingham Forest: Wing-backed 3-5-2, solid midfield pressing, quick counter-attacks.
Burnley vs Nottingham Forest Prediction
Burnley’s home edge should help, but Forest’s recent improvements make a draw a likely outcome.
Predicted Score: Burnley 1-1 Nottingham Forest
How to Watch Burnley vs Nottingham Forest
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