Chris Sutton has delivered his prediction for Nottingham Forest’s Premier League clash with Aston Villa.
The Reds will head to Villa Park on Saturday determined to end a terrible run of results which has left them in 17th place in the table, above the relegation zone only on goal difference.
But it will be a big challenge for Steve Cooper’s side as Villa are in great form, with manager Unai Emery inspiring a remarkable turnaround since replacing Steven Gerrard that has put them firmly in contention for qualifying for Europe.
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Forest have also struggled all season away from the City Ground, and Sutton is expecting Villa to add to their relegation worries.
He told the BBC: “I've spoken a lot already this season about Nottingham Forest's poor away form, and this does not strike me as a game where they will change that, or end their two-month wait for a win anywhere.
“Aston Villa are absolutely flying at the moment under Unai Emery.
“I can see them creating plenty of chances and Ollie Watkins should make the most of any opportunities that come his way.”
Sutton's prediction: 2-0
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