West Ham United vs Nottingham Forest predictions, Jan 06, 2026

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West Ham United will face Nottingham Forest at home on January 6, 2026, in a critical matchup for both teams in the English Premier League. Recent form suggests a stark contrast between the two sides, with West Ham enduring a tough stretch, having lost all of their last five matches. This lack of momentum could challenge their confidence and tactical cohesion, particularly against a Nottingham Forest side that has found some form, securing two wins in their last five outings.

Nottingham Forest’s recent success may be attributed to their effective counter-attacking strategy, which has exploited the defensive vulnerabilities of their opponents. Meanwhile, West Ham will need to address their defensive frailties and find a way to create scoring opportunities, as they have struggled to convert chances in recent games.

The bookmakers indicate a close contest with odds of 2.97 for a home win, 2.29 for an away victory, underscoring the potential for an upset. Statistical models suggest a 31.2% chance of a home victory compared to a 42.6% probability of an away win for Nottingham Forest. Both teams will be eager to secure points, making this an intriguing encounter. While West Ham’s home advantage is a factor, their current form places them at a disadvantage against a rejuvenated Nottingham Forest side.

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West Ham 32.2%

Draw 26.9%

Nottingham 40.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of English Premier League Nottingham: 0.14% West Ham: 0.1%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.95	3.5	2.4
	3.09	3.64	2.4	Watch and Bet
	2.9	3.5	2.3
	2.92	3.53	2.35
	2.9	3.6	2.28

Latest Results

30.12.25 West Ham United – Brighton & Hove Albion – 2:2 27.12.25 West Ham United – Fulham FC – 0:1 20.12.25 Manchester City – West Ham United – 3:0 14.12.25 West Ham United – Aston Villa – 2:3 07.12.25 Brighton & Hove Albion – West Ham United – 1:1

30.12.25 Nottingham Forest – Everton – 0:2 27.12.25 Nottingham Forest – Manchester City – 1:2 22.12.25 Fulham FC – Nottingham Forest – 1:0 14.12.25 Nottingham Forest – Tottenham Hotspur – 3:0 11.12.25 FC Utrecht – Nottingham Forest – 1:2

Facts

In this match, only outsiders will meet (ranked 18 in the zone Relegation ~ Championship and 17).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, West Ham won 2.

West Ham is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 0 wins).

Nottingham has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.

In the last 9 head-to-head matches, West Ham won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 11:15. (average 1.2:1.7).

Including home matches between the teams, West Ham won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 8:4. (average 2:1).

Latest Head To Head

31.08.25 Nottingham Forest – West Ham United – 0:3 18.05.25 West Ham United – Nottingham Forest – 1:2 02.11.24 Nottingham Forest – West Ham United – 3:0 17.02.24 Nottingham Forest – West Ham United – 2:0 12.11.23 West Ham United – Nottingham Forest – 3:2

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Arsenal	19	14	3	2	37:12	25	45
2	Manchester City	19	13	2	4	43:17	26	41
3	Aston Villa	19	12	3	4	30:23	7	39
4	Liverpool	19	10	3	6	30:26	4	33
5	Chelsea	19	8	6	5	32:21	11	30
6	Manchester Utd	19	8	6	5	33:29	4	30
7	Sunderland	19	7	8	4	20:18	2	29
8	Everton	19	8	4	7	20:20	0	28
9	Brentford	19	8	3	8	28:26	2	27
10	Crystal Palace	19	7	6	6	22:21	1	27
11	Fulham	19	8	3	8	26:27	-1	27
12	Tottenham	19	7	5	7	27:23	4	26
13	Newcastle	19	7	5	7	26:24	2	26
14	Brighton	19	6	7	6	28:27	1	25
15	Bournemouth	19	5	8	6	29:35	-6	23
16	Leeds	19	5	6	8	25:32	-7	21
17	Nottingham	19	5	3	11	18:30	-12	18
18	West Ham	19	3	5	11	21:38	-17	14
19	Burnley	19	3	3	13	20:37	-17	12
20	Wolves	19	0	3	16	11:40	-29	3

English Premier League Outrights

1. Arsenal: 1.49 (61.33%)

2. Manchester City: 3.1 (29.51%)

3. Aston Villa: 29.33 (3.12%)

4. Liverpool: 44.33 (2.06%)

5. Chelsea: 117 (0.78%)

6. Manchester United: 142 (0.64%)

7. Sunderland: 317 (0.29%)

8. Newcastle Utd: 358.67 (0.26%)

9. Crystal Palace: 358.67 (0.26%)

10. Everton: 400.33 (0.23%)

11. Brighton: 400.33 (0.23%)

12. Tottenham: 483.67 (0.19%)

13. Brentford: 483.67 (0.19%)

14. Fulham: 483.67 (0.19%)

15. Bournemouth: 567 (0.16%)

16. Nottingham: 650.33 (0.14%)

17. Leeds: 650.33 (0.14%)

18. West Ham: 880.2 (0.1%)

19. Burnley: 983.67 (0.09%)

20. Wolves: 983.67 (0.09%)

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