Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest Prediction: Team News, Predicted Lineups and Where To Watch
Crystal Palace, currently sitting mid-table, welcome Nottingham Forest to Selhurst Park on Monday, May 5th, 2025, for a Premier League showdown. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 GMT.
Form Guide
Palace are 12th in the league and come into the match off the back of inconsistent form, though they recently secured a spot in the FA Cup final. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest sit sixth and are chasing European qualification, despite a recent setback against Brentford.
Palace have performed well at home in recent weeks, while Forest have been strong on the road, winning three of their last four away games.
Head-to-Head
Meetings between the two clubs have been tight historically. Forest edged the reverse fixture 1-0 in October 2024. Over the last six encounters, Forest are unbeaten with three wins and three draws. Palace haven’t beaten Forest in their last nine meetings.
Team News
Crystal Palace
Out: Doucouré, Riad, Turner
Midfield competition remains fierce, with Kamada, Lerma, and Hughes competing to partner Wharton.
Nottingham Forest
Out: Hudson-Odoi (injured), Moreira
Aina is expected to start at right-back, while Danilo may fill in for Hudson-Odoi on the wing.
Predicted Lineups
Crystal Palace (3-4-2-1):
Henderson; Guéhi, Lacroix, Richards; Mitchell, Lerma, Wharton, Muñoz; Sarr, Eze; Mateta
Nottingham Forest (4-2-3-1):
Sels; Williams, Murillo, Milenkovic, Aina; Anderson, Yates; Danilo, Gibbs-White, Elanga; Wood
Where to Watch
Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Kick-off is at 20:00 GMT.
Match Facts
- Crystal Palace have drawn their last 3 home matches vs Nottingham Forest in all competitions
- Under 2.5 goals have been scored in the last 6 matches between the two sides
- Nottingham Forest are unbeaten in their last 9 matches against Crystal Palace
Score Prediction
Palace’s strong home record and Forest’s aerial presence suggest a close contest. Palace are expected to press high and recover possession frequently, while Forest will pose a threat from set-pieces and crosses.
Prediction: Crystal Palace 1-1 Nottingham Forest