West Ham vs Nottm Forest takes place in Round 21 of the 2025–26 Premier League, with kick-off scheduled for 01:30 AM on Wednesday, 7 January. The match will be played at the London Stadium in London, England, under cold winter conditions with temperatures expected to be around 3°C on a grass surface. Referee duties will be handled by Tony Harrington.
Both teams come into this fixture struggling for consistency. West Ham are enduring a difficult run of form, while Nottingham Forest have also slipped into a losing streak despite showing flashes of quality earlier in December. With pressure mounting on both sides, this clash could prove pivotal in shaping their mid-season momentum.
Match Overview – West Ham vs Nottm Forest
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | West Ham vs Nottm Forest |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Matchweek | Round 21 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Wednesday, 7 January – 01:30 AM |
| Venue | London Stadium |
| Location | London, England |
| Capacity | 62,500 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Referee | Tony Harrington |
| Weather | 3°C – Cold |
West Ham are expected to take the initiative in front of their home crowd, while Nottingham Forest may adopt a compact, counter-attacking approach.
West Ham are expected to take the initiative in front of their home crowd, while Nottingham Forest may adopt a compact, counter-attacking approach.
Recent Form Guide – West Ham vs Nottm Forest
West Ham United – Form Guide
| Result | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | Wolves | 3–0 | West Ham | 03/01 |
| Draw | West Ham | 2–2 | Brighton | 30/12 |
| Loss | West Ham | 0–1 | Fulham | 27/12 |
| Loss | Man City | 3–0 | West Ham | 20/12 |
| Loss | West Ham | 2–3 | Aston Villa | 14/12 |
West Ham are winless in their last five league matches, conceding goals too easily and struggling to maintain control in midfield without key players.
Nottingham Forest – Form Guide
| Result | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | Aston Villa | 3–1 | Nottm Forest | 03/01 |
| Loss | Nottm Forest | 0–2 | Everton | 30/12 |
| Loss | Nottm Forest | 1–2 | Man City | 27/12 |
| Loss | Fulham | 1–0 | Nottm Forest | 22/12 |
| Win | Nottm Forest | 3–0 | Tottenham | 14/12 |
Forest have lost four straight matches since their impressive win over Tottenham, with defensive lapses proving costly.
Head-to-Head – West Ham vs Nottm Forest
Overall Record
| Category | West Ham | Nottingham Forest |
|---|---|---|
| Played | 15 | 15 |
| Wins | 7 | 5 |
| Draws | 3 | 3 |
| Home Wins | 5 | 3 |
| Away Wins | 2 | 2 |
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug 2025 | Nottm Forest | 0–3 | West Ham |
| 18 May 2025 | West Ham | 1–2 | Nottm Forest |
| 02 Nov 2024 | Nottm Forest | 3–0 | West Ham |
| 17 Feb 2024 | Nottm Forest | 2–0 | West Ham |
| 12 Nov 2023 | West Ham | 3–2 | Nottm Forest |
Top Scorers
- West Ham: Jarrod Bowen – 6 goals, 1 assist (20 matches)
- Nottingham Forest: Morgan Gibbs-White – 4 goals, 1 assist (20 matches)
Bowen remains West Ham’s biggest attacking threat, while Gibbs-White continues to be Forest’s creative heartbeat.
Predicted Lineups – West Ham vs Nottm Forest
West Ham United (4-2-3-1)
Alphonse Areola – Kyle Walker-Peters, Konstantinos Mavropanos, Max Kilman, Oliver Scarles – Soungoutou Magassa, Freddie Potts – Jarrod Bowen, Mateus Fernandes, Crysencio Summerville – Callum Wilson
Nottingham Forest (4-5-1)
Matz Sels – Ola Aina, Nikola Milenković, Murillo, Neco Williams – Dilane Bakwa, Morgan Gibbs-White, Elliot Anderson, Nicolás Domínguez, Omari Hutchinson – Igor Jesus
Final lineups will be confirmed one hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
| Team | Missing Players | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| West Ham | Aaron Wan-Bissaka | International duty |
| Jean-Clair Todibo, Lucas Paquetá, Lukasz Fabianski | Injury | |
| Nottingham Forest | Callum Hudson-Odoi, Dan Ndoye | Injury |
| John Victor, Ryan Yates, Chris Wood | Injury |
West Ham’s midfield creativity is affected by Paquetá’s absence, while Forest are without several attacking options, including Chris Wood.
Statistical Projection – West Ham vs Nottm Forest
| Metric | West Ham | Nottingham Forest |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 38% | 31% |
| Draw Probability | 31% | – |
| Possession | 52–55% | 45–48% |
| Shots on Target | 4–6 | 3–5 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.4–1.7 | 1.1–1.4 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 26% | 22% |
| Total Goals (Range) | – | 2–3 Goals |
| Most Likely Scorer | Jarrod Bowen | Morgan Gibbs-White |
Prediction Summary – West Ham vs Nottm Forest
Why West Ham Could Win
- Home advantage at London Stadium
- Attacking threat through Bowen and Summerville
- Forest missing key forwards
Why Nottingham Forest Could Compete
- Midfield creativity from Gibbs-White
- Strong counter-attacking potential
- Recent positive head-to-head results
Both teams are under pressure, but West Ham’s home advantage and slightly stronger attacking depth may prove decisive in a tight contest.
Final Score Prediction: West Ham 2–1 Nottingham Forest
Likely Scorers:
- West Ham: Jarrod Bowen, Callum Wilson
- Nottingham Forest: Morgan Gibbs-White
Confidence Levels
- West Ham Win – 38%
- Draw – 31%
- Nottingham Forest Win – 31%
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Suggested Tips:
- West Ham Draw No Bet
- Over 1.5 Total Goals
- Anytime Scorer: Jarrod Bowen
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FAQs – West Ham vs Nottm Forest
1.What time is West Ham vs Nottingham Forest?
Kick-off is at 01:30 AM on Wednesday, 7 January.
2.Where is the match being played?
At London Stadium, London, England.
3.What is the predicted score for West Ham vs Nottingham Forest?
A 2–1 home win for West Ham is the most likely outcome based on form, squad availability, and statistical projections.