Nottingham Forest VS Manchester United live preview Premier League

Nottingham Forest：

Just four days after suffering his first defeat as Nottingham Forest's manager against the in-form Bournemouth, Nuno Espirito Santo led his team to a remarkable comeback victory at Newcastle on Boxing Day.Chris Wood, tormenting his former club, scored a sensational hat-trick after Alexander Isak's early goal, securing a crucial win for the Tricky Trees and ending a seven-game winless streak in the Premier League. Despite the victory, Forest remains in 17th place, just two points above the relegation zone, especially with Luton Town securing a win at Sheffield United.Santo has acknowledged that his Forest side is still in a "learning" phase under his guidance, and there's little time to revel in Tuesday's success as they quickly shift focus to what he describes as a "tough" encounter against Manchester United. Nottingham Forest has struggled against the Red Devils for an extended period, losing their last 11 meetings over 28 years, including the last four at the City Ground with an aggregate score of 17-1.Forest's lone Premier League victory over Manchester United occurred at Old Trafford in December 1994 (2-1), and their last home win against the Red Devils happened in March 1992 (1-0), courtesy of a goal from Nigel Clough.

Manchester United：

After enduring a four-game winless streak without scoring in all competitions, Manchester United's festive struggles seemed set to continue as Aston Villa took a two-goal lead within the first 26 minutes of Tuesday's clash at Old Trafford.However, the Red Devils orchestrated a remarkable comeback against their title-chasing opponents, with Alejandro Garnacho scoring a second-half brace and Rasmus Hojlund netting the 82nd-minute winner, marking his first Premier League goal in his 15th appearance.Under the guidance of manager Erik ten Hag, Manchester United secured three crucial points in their first match since Sir Jim Ratcliffe acquired a 25% stake in the club. The victory propelled them to sixth place in the Premier League table, trailing rivals Manchester City by six points in fourth.As 2023 comes to a close, Manchester United will play their final game away from Old Trafford. Their away form this season has been mixed, with four wins, four losses, and one draw in nine top-flight away matches. They have scored only eight goals on the road, the joint-fewest, and failed to score in their last three away games.Despite these challenges, the Red Devils will be optimistic about ending the year on a high note. They have not lost their final league game in any of the last 11 calendar years. Moreover, they are currently enjoying an 11-game winning streak against Nottingham Forest, with only Aston Villa and Wigan Athletic (both 14) having a longer winning run against a single opponent in the club's history.

Analysis：

Nottingham Forest continues to contend with the absence of injured players Taiwo Awoniyi (groin), Felipe (hamstring), Serge Aurier (calf), and Ibrahim Sangare (suspended due to accumulated yellow cards). Willy Boly, available after serving a one-match ban, could return to the lineup, potentially replacing either Moussa Niakhate or Ola Aina in the defense.With Sangare unavailable, Orel Mangala, Ryan Yates, and Nicolas Dominguez are in contention to start in midfield. Anthony Elanga, the former Manchester United winger, is expected to join the attacking trio of Chris Wood, Morgan Gibbs-White, and Callum Hudson-Odoi, following his two-assist performance in the previous match.For Manchester United, Casemiro (thigh), Lisandro Martinez (foot), Mason Mount (calf), Harry Maguire (groin), Tyrell Malacia, Amad Diallo (both knee), and Victor Lindelof (unspecified) remain sidelined. Anthony Martial (illness), Luke Shaw, and Sofyan Amrabat (both unspecified) are doubtful for the upcoming match.Manager Erik ten Hag is unlikely to make significant changes to the starting lineup, but Sergio Reguilon may return at left-back, potentially replacing Diogo Dalot or Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Scott McTominay is a candidate to replace either Christian Eriksen or Kobbie Mainoo in central midfield.While Antony and Facundo Pellistri hope for a starting role, Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford are expected to retain their positions on the flanks, with Bruno Fernandes playing behind Rasmus Hojlund in the forward position.

Nottingham Forest possible starting lineup:

Turner; Williams, Boly, Murillo, Toffolo; Mangala, Danilo; Elanga, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Wood.

Manchester United possible starting lineup:

Onana; Dalot, Varane, Evans, Reguilon; Mainoo, McTominay; Garnacho, Fernandes, Rashford; Hojlund.

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