Aston Villa – Nottingham Forest: back at home to get back on track 
Aston Villa host Nottingham Forest on Saturday lunchtime, determined to turn the page after that heavy Arsenal defeat. At Villa Park, Unai Emery’s side want to reset on solid ground against a team in trouble.
Aston Villa: rebound expected after the setback 
The Villans’ outstanding run ended midweek at the Emirates. Despite an encouraging first half, Aston Villa folded after the break, taking a clear defeat that halted a long positive streak.
That reverse doesn’t erase the strength of their league campaign. Still sitting comfortably on the podium, the Birmingham club is particularly dangerous at home, where wins have stacked up for months.
Villa Park remains a real fortress. This is the perfect chance to prove it in front of their fans. The return of several key starters could also let Emery field a more balanced eleven.
Nottingham Forest: a worrying end to the year 
Nottingham Forest finished 2025 on a downward run, marked by several straight defeats. Beaten in their last game, the Tricky Trees once again looked short, especially up front.
While their league position remains fairly comfy, recent signs demand caution. Forest struggle to look dangerous and travel badly — a big issue ahead of this trip to the Midlands.
History isn’t kind either. Forest have had too many fruitless visits to Villa Park, a ground that rarely treats them well.
Probable line-ups
Aston Villa:
Martinez ; Cash, Konsa, Lindelof, Maatsen ; Kamara, Tielemans ; McGinn, Rogers, Malen ; Watkins
Nottingham Forest:
Victor ; Savona, Murillo, Milenkovic, Williams ; Anderson, Dominguez ; Hutchinson, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi ; Jesus
Key points
- Aston Villa have been very consistent at home.
- Forest are on a run of defeats.
- The visitors are struggling up front.
- Everything points to the Villans.
Prediction Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest
Aston Villa to win
On home turf, Aston Villa have the tools to get the win. Up against a Forest short on confidence and cutting edge, the Villans should get back to winning ways.
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