Nottingham Forest vs Man City Predictions and live stream here

The FA Cup semi-final between Nottingham Forest and Manchester City on April 27, 2025, presents an intriguing clash of ambitions. Manchester City, with a 53.5% chance of victory, seeks to secure their third consecutive final appearance . Conversely, Nottingham Forest aims not only for potential Champions League qualification but also to clinch a prestigious trophy this season. Their impressive record of three penalty shootout victories in the tournament adds an element of unpredictability to the match .

Forest's form has been patchy, but they secured a valuable 2-1 victory away to Tottenham in their last match. However, prior to that, they lost 1-0 at home to Everton. 

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Man City also won their last match, securing a 2-1 victory against Aston Villa, and won their most recent away game as they beat Everton 2-0.

Nuno Espirito Santo has cast a magical spell on the club that was one of the favorites for relegation, but the Tricky Trees defied all expectations as they are now in a prime position to finish third in the Premier League and could also win the FA Cup if they could grab two more wins in the competition. Forest have also proven to be a formidable side in the FA Cup this season as they have swatted aside the likes of Luton Town, Exeter City, Ipswich Town, and Brighton & Hove Albion before setting up their biggest test so far in defending PL champions Manchester City.

Ola Aina and Jota Silva are the two major concerns for Nuno’s men, and the manager wouldn’t risk rushing back either of the duo, considering they have a crucial run-in for the Premier League season, which could decide whether they will be playing in the Champions League next season or not

Nottingham Forest possible starting lineup: Sels; Aina, Milenkovic, Murillo, Toffolo; Dominguez, Anderson; Elanga, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Wood

Manchester City possible starting lineup: Ortega; Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, O'Reilly; Silva, Kovacic, Gundogan; Doku, De Bruyne, Marmoush

City must avoid conceding early, as Nuno's team are adept at protecting leads, having scored first in more Premier League games than any other side this season. However, away from the City Ground, the occasion could overwhelm them. Despite their confidence, Cityzens' experience in high-stakes matches may ultimately prove the difference.

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Sarah H

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