Nottingham Forest vs Southampton Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 19 Jan 2025

Bet on the Underdogs to Cover the Line

We think that Southampton are a great pick against Nottingham Forest, with bettors able to back them at +1.25 at odds of +102. Taking this Asian Handicap wager allows us to divide our stake between +1 and +1.5.

Forest Beat Southampton in their Last H2H Battle

Nottingham Forest drew their last game 1-1, with the action taking place at City Ground, Nottingham against Liverpool. The Midlands side recorded just 29% possession and had three shots on target, while Chris Wood registered the goal.

Southampton have now lost four straight games. On the road in their previous game, Manchester United won 3-1 at Old Trafford. Ivan Juric's men recorded 41% possession and had five shots on goal, with Manuel Ugarte (own goal) finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last encounter between Forest and Southampton saw the former win away from home. It was a 1-0 scoreline at St. Mary's Stadium. In the previous 3 games featuring these sides, Forest have a 100% win rate.

7 wins, 2 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.5 goals from 4.0 shots on goal and 10.8 attempts. Forest have had 36.0% possession, 301.3 passes and 3.2 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.0 goals from 4.8 shots on goal and 13.7 attempts, while being awarded 6.6 corners.

Top goalscorer Chris Wood has found the net 5 times, with Morgan Gibbs-White and Anthony Elanga scoring 3 each. Leading assistors have been Anthony Elanga and Morgan Gibbs-White with 3, while goalkeeper Matz Sels has 5 clean sheets.

Southampton have lost 8 and drawn 2, with an average of 2.9 shots on goal, 8.7 attempts and 0.6 goals. The Saints average 46.9% possession, 429.3 passes, 3.7 corners awarded and 6.5 corners against, while 2.6 goals have been conceded from 20.4 attempts and 7.9 shots on goal.

We’ve seen Tyler Dibling, Joe Aribo, Flynn Downes, Adam Armstrong and Mateus Fernandes score 1 goals each. Adam Armstrong has managed 2 assists in the last 10 games, while Aaron Ramsdale has 1 clean sheets to his name.

Confirmed Lineups

Nottingham Forest confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Matz Sels (GK), Ola Aina, Nikola Milenkovic, Murillo, Neco Williams, Nicolas Dominguez, Elliot Anderson, Anthony Elanga, Morgan Gibbs-White, Callum Hudson-Odoi, Chris Wood.

Southampton confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Aaron Ramsdale (GK), James Bree, Jan Bednarek, Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Yukinari Sugawara, Mateus Fernandes, Flynn Downes, Joe Aribo, Kyle Walker-Peters, Cameron Archer, Adam Armstrong.

Nottingham Forest vs Southampton Prediction & Betting Tips

Southampton +1.25 are likely to be a popular Asian Handicap wager at +102. A win or draw against Nottingham Forest can secure a full payout and we’re confident heading into the Premier League game.

Team news plays a valuable role and we’re always monitoring the players who have an injury concern. We’ve also got a handle on the form guide, with plenty of data provided which puts you in the picture in terms of stats.

Key Nottingham Forest vs Southampton league stats:

• The +1.25 line has been covered by Southampton in 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The +1.25 line has been covered by Southampton in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by Forest in any of their last 5 games at home.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by Forest in 9 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by Forest in 5 consecutive games at home.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by Forest in 3 consecutive games against Southampton.

Southampton +1.25 Probability

The bookies make it a 49.5% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, we have this number between 55-60% based on our in-depth research. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

There are larger odds available for bettors who want to move the line. If you have a strong view on a team performing well, then you can get more juice from your bet.

Our Match Prediction

Southampton Asian Hcp +1.25 @ +102 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Forest 0 - 0 Southampton

There are odds of +1300 available that we see a 0-0 scoreline played out. We like the correct score option as there’s a nice reward if you can accurately predict the outcome.

Corners Prediction

Forest Under 6.5 Corners -138

Nottingham Forest have had under 6.5 corners in eight consecutive games, while Southampton have had an average of 4.40 corners against them in their last 5 matches. Let’s stick with this betting trend and back Nottingham Forest to go under the Team Corners line at a price of -138.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Forest

Total

9.80 3.20 6.60

Home

10.60 4.90 5.70

Away

10.40 3.10 7.30

Southampton

Total

10.20 3.70 6.50

Home

9.80 3.30 6.50

Away

11.90 4.60 7.30

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-125

Under 10.5

-110

Forest Corners

Over 6.5

-110

Under 6.5

-125

Southampton Corners

Over 4.5

+120

Under 4.5

-163

Most Corners

1

-233

X

+650

2

+205

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Nottingham Forest vs Southampton Odds

At betting odds of -250 with the bookies, Nottingham Forest are regarded as 71% likely to win this Premier League encounter. Southampton are the +650 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.

If you want to bet on three goals or more, then Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest odds.

The good news is that you can access hundreds of markets for any Premier League match. All the leading football betting sites have a massive range of pre-match and In-Play betting options.

Full-Time Result

1

-250

X

+375

2

+650

Half-Time Result

1

-110

X

+150

2

+600

Double Chance

1X

-1000

12

-549

X2

+175

Draw No Bet

1

-699

2

+450

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -1.25

-110

2 Hcp +1.25

+102

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+120

Over 2.5

-150

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-105

No

-125

Nottingham Forest vs Southampton Lineups & Team News

It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date Forest vs Southampton team news.

We’ve got details of the Premier League squads so that you know every player on the roster.

Nottingham Forest Team Page Southampton Team Page