Tottenham Hotspur vs Nottingham Forest Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips — Premier League 22 Mar 2026

The stakes couldn’t be higher for Nottingham Forest, who sit 17th and hovering above the danger zone. Every point is precious at this stage of the season, and a defeat here could leave them staring at the very real prospect of the drop. Tottenham Hotspur arrive knowing they can pile on the misery or hand a lifeline to their opponents.

Don’t expect a goal-fest here. With a combined projected xG of 2.6, this has the makings of a cagey, tactical affair where defensive discipline could prove the difference.

Tottenham Hotspur’s form coming into this match has been poor, averaging 0.3 points per game from their last five fixtures. They’ve scored 5 and conceded 12 in their last five outings.

Nottingham Forest arrive in fine fettle, averaging 0.7 points per game from their last five. They’ve scored 3 and conceded 5 in their last five outings.

The historical record between Tottenham Hotspur and Nottingham Forest will be on the minds of both managers as they plot their approach. Every encounter adds another chapter to the rivalry, and this one carries its own unique set of circumstances and pressures.

This is about as tight as it gets in our predictions. Tottenham Hotspur are given a 23% chance, Nottingham Forest 39%, and the draw 36%. When the probabilities are this close, it’s a game that could go any way, and picking a winner with confidence is virtually impossible.

The expected goals model projects Tottenham Hotspur at 1.2 xG and Nottingham Forest at 1.4 xG. The most likely scoreline according to our Poisson model is 1-1 (12% probability), followed by 0-1 (9%).