Crystal Palace welcome Nottingham Forest to Selhurst Park on Monday, 5 May 2025, for a Premier League showdown with significant stakes for both sides. Palace are eager to end a frustrating winless run against Forest, having failed to beat them in their last five meetings. Forest, meanwhile, hold a historical edge, winning 15 of their 30 encounters. Palace’s last home victory over Forest dates back to 2003, adding an extra layer of pressure for the hosts.
Currently 12th in the table, Crystal Palace are in need of a turnaround following a challenging spell of form (W D D L L). Nottingham Forest, sitting 6th, are chasing European qualification but have also struggled for consistency (L L W L L). Palace’s goal difference of -4 highlights their issues at both ends of the pitch, while Forest’s +12 reflects their attacking strength. With Palace averaging 1.71 goals per home match and Forest 1.82 on the road, this fixture could be decided by which side takes their chances in front of goal.
Key players are likely to play a decisive role. Palace will look to Jean-Philippe Mateta, their top scorer with 14 goals, and Eberechi Eze, who has provided 8 assists, to inspire a much-needed victory. Forest, on the other hand, will rely on Chris Wood, the league’s second-highest scorer with 19 goals, and Anthony Elanga, who leads the assist charts with 9. Both teams will need their star performers to rise to the occasion in what promises to be a tightly contested affair.
With Palace aiming to break into the top half and Forest looking to strengthen their European ambitions, the stakes couldn’t be higher. History, form, and league positions all combine to make this a pivotal fixture in both teams’ campaigns.
Crystal Palace - Nottm Forest Key Facts
Nottingham Forest have an impressive record against Crystal Palace, having lost none of their last five encounters across all competitions, which includes two victories and three draws, indicating strong form and confidence heading into the match.
Crystal Palace have failed to win any of their last five Premier League games against Nottingham Forest, highlighting their struggles against this opponent and suggesting a potential advantage for the visitors.
Crystal Palace have not lost in their last six home matches, demonstrating their resilience at Selhurst Park, but they have historically struggled against Nottingham Forest at home, which could create a competitive dynamic.
Betting Predictions
Primary bet: Over 2.5 goals @ Evens
Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest are set for an exciting fixture that promises goals, with over 2.5 goals emerging as the standout betting option. This outcome carries a strong probability of 74.37%, underpinned by Crystal Palace's home scoring average of 1.71 goals per match and Nottingham Forest's impressive 1.82 goals per game on their travels. While previous meetings between these sides have averaged a modest 1.2 goals, both teams' current attacking form suggests a shift from historical trends. At evens, the odds for over 2.5 goals offer excellent value for punters.
Secondary bet: Both Teams To Score: Yes @ 3/4
The secondary bet, Both Teams To Score: Yes, also holds significant appeal with a probability of 53.11%. Nottingham Forest's consistent scoring away from home pairs well with Crystal Palace's ability to find the net in 92% of their home matches when taking the lead. Although occasional scoring inconsistencies exist, Crystal Palace's six-match unbeaten run at home and Nottingham Forest's recent strong performances bolster confidence in this market. At 3/4, this bet provides an attractive option for those seeking additional value.
