Manchester United and Nottingham Forest are set to clash in the 15th round of the English Premier League. Both teams experienced defeats during the week. However, their games have unfolded in distinct ways. It is currently challenging to identify a clear favourite in their pairing, particularly considering the ongoing changes occurring within the Manchester club. The launch time for the Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest game is 17:30 UK Time.
Recently, Manchester United experienced their first defeat under the leadership of new coach Ruben Amorim. However, it occurred during a match against one of the toughest competitors in the EPL – Arsenal. Furthermore, during the first half, the game remained balanced. MU displayed solid defensive skills, aimed to maintain possession of the ball, and avoided taking unnecessary risks. The Gunners now possess a higher level and chemistry. In the end, they secured a 2-0 victory, netting two goals from corner kicks. Arteta’s team was unable to find the back of the net during the match.
This defeat did not indicate an issue for MU. Unless you can make that claim regarding their defence in standard kicks. However, the team performed well in the match, considering the changes in the game’s structure following Amorim’s arrival, as many players are adapting to new roles. Prior to this setback, the Red Devils had been enjoying an unbeaten streak that extended since the departure of ten Hag. In the championship table, MU occupies the 11th position with 19 points, yet the distance from several competitors above is slight – just one point.
Nottingham Forest have enjoyed a more successful season thus far, in contrast to their rivals in this matchup. Currently, with 22 points, it holds the sixth position. The distance to the pursuers at Foresters is already quite narrow. In fact, both they and MU can level on points after this round. Recently, Nuno Santo’s team has experienced a widening gap, but it has also been marked by frequent failures—three in the last four rounds.
Overall, it is difficult to hold Forest accountable for the disappointing outcomes, given its circumstances. Recently, he faced some challenging opponents, resulting in the club’s inability to secure points – 1:3 against Newcastle, 0:3 against Arsenal, and 0:3 against Manchester City. A recent setback occurred just a few days ago. Foresters emerged as the individuals with whom the Citizens could still break their cycle of failures. Man City began the match with strong momentum and found the net early on. Santo’s men did not seize the opportunity.
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest date & kick-off time
- Competition: English Premier League
- Game Day: Saturday, 7 December 2024
- Kick-off: 17:30 UK Time
- Stadium: Old Trafford, Manchester
Where to watch Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest
| Country | Streaming Services |
|---|---|
| UK | Sky Go UK, NOW, SKY GO Extra, Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Ultra HD, BBC Radio 5 Live |
| USA | fuboTV, UNIVERSO NOW, Peacock, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, UNIVERSO, NBC, SiriusXM FC |
| Canada | fuboTV Canada, Fubo Sports Network Canada |
| Australia | Optus Sport |
| Italy | SKY Go Italia, NOW TV, Sky Sport Uno, Sky Sport 4K |
| France | myCANAL, Canal+ Foot, Canal+ Live 2 |
| Germany | Sky Go, WOW, Sky Sport Premier League |
| Portugal | DAZN Portugal, DAZN Eleven 1 Portugal |
| Spain | Movistar+, DAZN Spain, DAZN1 Spain |
Possible line-ups
Manchester United predicted lineup (3-4-3): Onana (GK), Yoro, De Ligt, Martinez, Amad Diallo, Casemiro, Mainoo, Dalot, Zirkzee, Rashford, Fernandes
Nottingham Forest predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Sels (GK), Aina, Milenkovic, Murillo, Moreno, Anderson, Dominguez, Elanga, Gibbs-White, Jota, Wood
How can I watch the Manchester United match highlights?
The highlights video will be available on the Manchester United highlights page shortly after the game. Match of the Day will have highlights on BBC One from 10:30 pm on Sunday.
