West Ham United VS Nottingham Forest Prediction 7th 2026

West Ham United VS Nottingham Forest    Livescore / H2H stats and Live Streaming
Time:07-01-2026 04:00 Wednesday

【Strength Comparison】
This Premier League match features 18th-placed West Ham United hosting 17th-placed Nottingham Forest.
West Ham United have struggled this season, with just 3 wins, 5 draws, and 12 losses in 20 matches. Their home form at the London Stadium has been slightly better, with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 7 losses.
Nottingham Forest have also had a difficult campaign, with 5 wins, 3 draws, and 12 losses in 20 matches. Their away record of 2 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses indicates they have found more success at home compared to on the road.
Based on the current standings and recent performances, this match slightly favors the hosting West Ham United side. While both teams have been inconsistent, West Ham's home advantage and Nottingham Forest's poor away form suggest they may have a better chance of securing a result.

【Head-to-Head】
The head-to-head record between West Ham United and Nottingham Forest shows that the teams have met 20 times in the past, with Nottingham Forest holding a slight advantage, winning 8 matches, drawing 5, and losing 7.
The historical data suggests that the two teams have been evenly matched, and the upcoming match is likely to be a closely contested affair. Both sides have shown they can get results against the other.

【Key Factors】
The key factors that could determine the outcome are West Ham United's ability to control possession and create clear-cut chances, and Nottingham Forest's defensive organization and their threat on the counter-attack.
West Ham United have scored 21 goals in 20 Premier League matches, showcasing their offensive potential. Their ability to break down the Nottingham Forest defense at the Overcast London Stadium could be a crucial factor.
Nottingham Forest, on the other hand, have conceded 33 goals in 20 matches, demonstrating their defensive vulnerability at times. Their ability to frustrate West Ham United and capitalize on set-pieces or counter-attacks may prove to be the difference-maker.

【Expert Prediction】 🟢1-1🔵 (Medium Confidence)
Based on the available information, I predict a 1-1 draw between West Ham United and Nottingham Forest.
While both teams have underperformed this season, a draw would be a reasonable result given the evenly matched nature of the fixture and the need for both sides to secure points.
West Ham United may be able to capitalize on their home advantage and Nottingham Forest's poor away form, but the visitors' defensive organization could also cause problems for the inconsistent West Ham attack.
I have a medium level of confidence in this prediction, as the unpredictability of the match and the poor recent form of both teams means the outcome is not entirely certain. However, a 1-1 scoreline seems the most plausible result.
The Overcast conditions at the London Stadium are unlikely to have a significant impact on the match, as both teams are accustomed to playing in similar environments in the Premier League.