Manchester United will today look to build momentum against Nottingham Forest as their new era enters a new year.
The Red Devils began the Sir Jim Ratcliffe era in dramatic fashion, coming from two goals down to beat Aston Villa at Old Trafford.
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Such was the drama of the game, however, it remains difficult to judge this United team ahead of today’s trip to Nottingham Forest.
While they have just about staved off a complete crisis, it would hardly be a surprise to see them lose at the City Ground.
Forest got their first win under Nuno Espirito Santo by coming from behind to beat Newcastle.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Nottingham Forest vs Man United is scheduled for a 5.30pm GMT kick-off today, Saturday December 30, 2023.
The City Ground in Nottingham will host.
Where to watch Nottingham Forest vs Man United
TV channel: The game will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Coverage starts at 5pm ahead of a 5.30pm kick-off.
Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch on a live stream via the Sky Go app.
Live blog: Follow all the action LIVE with Standard Sport’s dedicated match blog.
Nottingham Forest vs Man United team news
Nottm Forest XI: Turner; Montiel, Niakhate, Murillo, Aina; Danilo, Yates, Dominguez; Elanga, Wood, Gibbs-White
Subs: Odysseas, Nuno, Worrall, Mangala, Williams, Kouyate, Hudson-Odoi, Toffolo, Boly
Man Utd XI: Onana; Wan-Bissaka, Varane, Evans, Dalot; Mainoo, Eriksen; Antony, Fernandes, Garnacho; Rashford
Subs: Bayindir, Kambwala, Reguilon, Amad, Gore, Hannibal, McTominay, Pellistri, Van de Beek
Nottingham Forest vs Man United prediction
Such has been the madness of United’s inconsistency this season, a Forest win would hardly be surprising.
Forest to win 2-1.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
United's 11-game winning streak in this fixture runs back to 1994, and they have eight goals in the three top-flight meetings since Forest's return last year.
Nottingham Forest wins: 33
Draws: 24
Man United wins: 53
Nottingham Forest vs Man United latest odds
Nottingham Forest to win: 13/10
Draw: 5/2
Man Utd to win: 13/10