EFL Cup Betting Preview: Swansea vs Nottingham Forest

Championship side Swansea host Premier League outfit Nottingham Forest in this EFL Cup match at Swansea.com Stadium, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Wednesday 17 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.

Tricky Trees Look Set for Victory

We’re of the opinion that Nottingham Forest will have the upper hand against Swansea and they stand out at -154. The Full-Time Result price looks value and we’re bullish when it comes to yielding dividends.

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5-1 Win for Forest in Last H2H Battle

Swansea City had a 2-2 Championship draw in their last game. This was at home to Hull City at Swansea.com Stadium. The Swans boasted 65% possession and had two shots on target, while Zan Vipotnik and Ronald Pereira each scored one goal.

In their previous EFL Cup match, Swansea won on penalties when hosting Plymouth Argyle (1-1 AET).

Nottingham Forest were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road at Emirates Stadium. Arsenal claimed a 3-0 Premier League victory. The Midlands side had 46% possession and recorded one shot on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Forest have landed wins in their last two clashes against Swansea. A 5-1 home success at City Ground was preceded by a 4-1 away win at Swansea.com Stadium. In the previous 7 H2H matches, we have seen four Forest victories, two Swansea wins and one draw.

Swansea City – Last 10 League & EFL Cup Games

5 wins, 2 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.3 goals from 3.3 shots on goal and 9.6 attempts. Swansea have had 54.5% possession and 4.5 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 0.9 goals from 3.2 shots on goal and 7.8 attempts, while being awarded 4.5 corners.

Zan Vipotnik and Ronald Pereira lead the way with 4 goals, while Ji-Sung Eom has scored 1. Josh Tymon is the leading assists maker with 3.

Nottingham Forest – Last 10 League & EFL Cup Games

Forest have 3 victories, 4 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 1.1 goals from 9.7 attempts and 3.3 shots on goal. The Midlands team average 49.9% possession, 404.1 passes, 4.7 corners in their favour and 5.6 corners against, while conceding 1.6 goals from 12.4 attempts and 4.4 shots on goal.

Chris Wood is the leading scorer with 4 goals, followed by Morgan Gibbs-White on 2, with Callum Hudson-Odoi and two others bagging 1. Anthony Elanga has been the top assist maker with 3 in the last 10 games.

Swansea vs Nottingham Forest Prediction & Betting Tips

We’ve got your Swansea vs Nottingham Forest bets covered, including our expert match prediction, correct score tip, corners outlook, must-see player props and a tailored bet builder built for value.

Match Prediction

Nottingham Forest can land a return and we’ll confidently wager them for this EFL Cup game. The odds of -154 look appealing when it comes to this pick, with a confident bet being made.

The football experts at Sportsgambler.com check injury updates regularly and combine this with the form guide. We’re also able to consult a database of EFL Cup stats and present the key numbers to our readers.

Key Swansea vs Nottingham Forest EFL Cup & league stats:

Swansea have lost their last 2 games against Forest.

Forest to Win Probability

According to the top betting sites, our pick has a 60.6% chance of landing a return. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 65-70%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Swansea

0 - 2 Forest logo

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We’re predicting Forest to land a 2-0 victory and this is available at +650. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Chris Wood Under 1.5 Shots On Target -143

Chris Wood (Forest) has totalled under 1.5 shots on goal in five straight games on the road. We’re keen to bet on him to fall short in the Shots on Target department and this pick is on offer at -143.

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Taiwo Awoniyi To Score +200

Taiwo Awoniyi (Forest) can be backed to find the net at +200. Using all information, we’ll head to the Anytime Goalscorer market where we can bet him to find the net at attractive odds.

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Corners Prediction

Forest Under 5.5 Corners -120

The past 5 Nottingham Forest away matches have involved them having an average of 3.60 corners, with Swansea conceding under 5.5 corners in their last two games. We can use these numbers for our gain, with odds of -120 that Forest come up short when it comes to the Team Corners line.

EFL Cup & League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Swansea

Total

9.80 5.10 4.70

Home

9.10 4.70 4.40

Away

8.60 4.00 4.60

Forest

Total

10.30 4.70 5.60

Home

10.40 4.30 6.10

Away

10.30 4.40 5.90

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Bet Builder Tips

Full-Time Result Forest -154

Total Goals Under 2.5 +102

Shots On Target Chris Wood Under 1.5 -143

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Swansea vs Nottingham Forest Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Forest Likely to Win According to Latest Odds

The favourites have a 61% likelihood of success according to the bookies, with Nottingham Forest chalked up at -154 to land a win in this EFL Cup clash. If you’re searching for a different slant, Swansea City are available at +390.

One Asian Handicap bet involves backing Forest -0.75 at -120. If they beat Swansea by 2+ goals, you get a full payout. You also get a return on half your stake if they win by one and the other half is refunded.

If you want to bet on three goals or more, then Over 2.5 is the shortest odds. An alternative angle is a Both Teams to Score bet and Yes has been chalked up at -132.

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Chris Wood Heads First Goalscorer Market

Chris Wood is favourite to be First Goalscorer at +265 and if you’re keen to back him to simply find the net, then the price is +102.

Player Goals

Chris Wood (Forest)

Taiwo Awoniyi (Forest)

Arnaud Kalimuendo (Forest)

Igor Jesus Maciel da Cruz (Forest)

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Player Shots On Target

Taiwo Awoniyi (Forest)

Arnaud Kalimuendo (Forest)

Igor Jesus Maciel da Cruz (Forest)

Zan Vipotnik (Swansea)

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Player Shots

Chris Wood (Forest)

Taiwo Awoniyi (Forest)

Arnaud Kalimuendo (Forest)

Igor Jesus Maciel da Cruz (Forest)

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Team Stats

Latest EFL Cup and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

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Nottingham Forest Stats

Full-Time Result

5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

An average of 1.30 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 1.60 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 1.50 goals scored and 2.20 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 3.70 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 away matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

An average of 4.50 corners awarded and 4.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 4.60 corners awarded and 4.40 corners against in the last 10 home matches
An average of 9.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 9.00 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 5.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 5.90 corners against in the last 10 away matches
An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

An average of 54.50% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 57.50% possession in the last 10 home matches
Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 8 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

An average of 49.90% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 45.20% possession in the last 10 away matches
Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 2 of the last 10 away matches

Swansea vs Nottingham Forest Lineups & Team News

Stay informed and review the Swansea vs Forest team news before placing your bets. We’ll bring you the expected and confirmed lineups for the EFL Cup along with up-to-date injury news.