Brighton vs Nottingham Forest Prediction, Preview, Team News and Lineups 29.03.2025

• Date and Time: Saturday, March 29, 2025, 18:15 GMT+1
• Venue: Vitality Stadium, Brighton, England

Brighton vs Nottingham Forest Preview and Team News 

Brighton Team News

This season, Brighton has exhibited a high-pressing, possession-based style of play. 

In their recent 2-2 draw against Manchester City, Brighton effectively exploited free spaces in transitions and applied strong pressing on their opponents. 

They also showed intricate combinations in the build-up that sometimes destroyed City`s pressing and counterpressing. The only big problem was controlling City`s newcomer Omar Marmoush’s dribbles and shootings, which helped the hosts to score two goals.

Bart at his best! ⛔️🧤 Our Dutch #1 earns himself our @VeraClinic Save of the Month award! 🏆 pic.twitter.com/jcm58Mglgh

— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) March 19, 2025

At the same time, Brighton was a much better team than City and created many dangerous chances. However, the guests failed to convert them into goals.

In the fourth round of the FA Cup at the AMEX Stadium, Brighton secured a 2-1 victory over Chelsea. Throughout the match, Brighton’s midfield, orchestrated by Carlos Baleba, effectively disrupted Chelsea’s rhythm and made quick vertical attacks. Brighton’s defense was very solid, effectively neutralizing Chelsea’s attacking threats for most of the match.

Every angle of @PervisEstupinan‘s free-kick! 😍 pic.twitter.com/ZiM1aRYiV9

— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) March 17, 2025

In the fifth round, Brighton faced Newcastle United at St. James’ Park, emerging victorious with another 2-1 scoreline after extra time. In that match, Brighton won due to Danny Welbeck`s incredible runs behind Newcastle’s defenders and his brilliant use of key moments.

Brighton enters this fixture with injury concerns that could impact their lineup. Key players such as Jason Steele (shoulder), Igor Julio (hamstring), Ferdi Kadioglu (toe), James Milner (thigh), and Tariq Lamptey (Ankle/Foot Injury) are confirmed absentees. Additionally, Matthew O’Riley, Solomon March, Lewis Dunk and Joel Veltman are doubtful. 

Brighton predicted lineup vs Nottingham Forest

Brighton predicted lineup vs Nottingham Forest (4-2-3-1): Verbruggen; Hinshelwood, Van Hecke, Webster, Estupinan; Baleba, Ayari; Minteh, Rutter, Mitoma; Pedro.

Nottingham Forest Team News

Nottingham Forest’s 4-2 victory over Ipswich Town on March 15, again demonstrated their aspirations for a top-four Premier League finish. 

Forest’s strategy in the first half was a masterclass in exploiting space and pressing high. Deploying a 4-2-3-1 formation, they focused on quick transitions and fluid attacking movements.

In the second part of the game, Forest maintained their shape, allowing Ipswich possession in non-threatening areas while remaining poised to exploit counter-attacking opportunities.

Gaffer. 👊 pic.twitter.com/utdrafj7fj

— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) March 19, 2025

Nottingham Forest continue to impress with their ability to keep high levels of intensity even in the late stages of the season, especially on the home ground. 

The attacking line in nearly every match demonstrates strong cohesion, which maximizes their talents and makes them very dangerous in the different types of attacks. 

Forest’s defensive setup is robust, with the center-back pairing of Murillo and Nikola Milenković providing stability. Their ability to transition swiftly from attack to defence poses a big problem to opponents. ​

Nottingham Forest’s injury concerns are minimal. The only injured player is reserve goalkeeper Carlos Miguel.

Nottingham Forest predicted lineup vs Brighton

Nottingham Forest predicted lineup vs Brighton (4-2-3-1): Sels; Aina, Milenkovic, Murillo, Williams; Anderson, Dominguez; Elanga, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Wood.

Brighton vs Nottingham Forest Prediction 

• Pick: Both teams to score
• Odds: 1.69 (22Bet)
• Score prediction: Brighton 1-1 Nottingham Forest

The last match between these teams ended with Nottingham Forest winning 7-0. But that match was played at the City Ground. 

This time, Brighton’s home advantage and possession-based approach may see them control large portions of the game and create many good moments. 

Despite their attacking strengths, both teams have exhibited defensive weaknesses. Brighton’s heavy defeat to Nottingham Forest earlier this season showed potential problems in their defensive setup. 

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— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) March 19, 2025

Similarly, Nottingham Forest has had many away matches where they conceded multiple goals, indicating their defense can be breached. 

Considering these factors, a high-scoring draw appears to be a plausible outcome for this FA Cup match.

Brighton vs Nottingham Forest Prediction, Betting Tip

• Pick: Total Over 1.5
• Odds: 1.31 (22Bet)

Brighton typically employs a possession-based style, focusing on building play methodically from the back. Nottingham Forest, under Nuno Espírito Santo, has been effective with a counter-attacking approach, utilizing the pace and clinical finishing of their forwards. 

The contrasting styles could lead to an open game with opportunities for both sides to score.​

Four goals, three big points. 🙌

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— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) March 16, 2025

The memory of the 7-0 defeat earlier this season may serve as motivation for Brighton to perform strongly, while Nottingham Forest will aim to replicate their previous success. 

This psychological backdrop adds an intriguing dimension to the match, potentially influencing the intensity and competitiveness of the encounter.

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