Round 3 - Premier League
Nottingham Forest FC VS Tottenham Hotspur FC
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5 September, 2026
Overview:
Premier League Round 3 matchup between Nottingham Forest and Tottenham Hotspur projects as a contrast between Forest's low-possession, counter-attacking structure and Tottenham's more possession-oriented, higher-tempo approach. Forest have been among the league's most defensively efficient and direct sides, while Tottenham's control and chance creation should test that resilience.
Recent H2H results: Tottenham edge recent meetings
Prediction:
Based on current form and stats, we expect a close contest with a final score of 1-2 in favor of Tottenham Hotspur FC.
Forest are likely to sit deep, protect central zones, and attack quickly after turnovers, while Tottenham should aim to stretch the block, recycle possession patiently, and avoid cheap transitions. The key matchup is whether Spurs can score before Forest settle into their low-block rhythm.
Forest's defensive record and transition efficiency reduce Tottenham's margin for error, but Spurs' likely territorial advantage and superior chance volume tilt the game slightly toward the away side.
Last Update: 31-07-2026
Stats:
| Nottingham Forest FC | Tottenham Hotspur FC |
|---|---|
| Expected Possession | |
| 40 | 58 |
| Average Goals Per Match | |
| 1.4 | 1.8 |
| Win Probability | |
| 27 | 45 |
| Position | Team | Won | Drawn | Lost | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 26 | 7 | 5 | 85 |
| 2 | Man City | 23 | 9 | 6 | 78 |
| 3 | Man United | 20 | 11 | 7 | 71 |
| 4 | Aston Villa | 19 | 8 | 11 | 65 |
| 5 | Liverpool | 17 | 9 | 12 | 60 |
| 6 | Bournemouth | 13 | 18 | 7 | 57 |
| 7 | Sunderland | 14 | 12 | 12 | 54 |
| 8 | Brighton Hove | 14 | 11 | 13 | 53 |
| 9 | Brentford | 14 | 11 | 13 | 53 |
| 10 | Chelsea | 14 | 10 | 14 | 52 |
| 11 | Fulham | 15 | 7 | 16 | 52 |
| 12 | Newcastle | 14 | 7 | 17 | 49 |
| 13 | Everton | 13 | 10 | 15 | 49 |
| 14 | Leeds United | 11 | 14 | 13 | 47 |
| 15 | Crystal Palace | 11 | 12 | 15 | 45 |
| 16 | Nottingham | 11 | 11 | 16 | 44 |
| 17 | Tottenham | 10 | 11 | 17 | 41 |
| 18 | West Ham | 10 | 9 | 19 | 39 |
| 19 | Burnley | 4 | 10 | 24 | 22 |
| 20 | Wolverhampton | 3 | 11 | 24 | 20 |
| Name | Club | Country | Matches | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. Haaland | MCI | NOR | 36 | 27 | 8 |
| T. Rodrigues | BRE | BRA | 38 | 22 | 1 |
| A. Semenyo | MCI | GHA | 37 | 17 | 4 |
| O. Watkins | AVL | ENG | 37 | 16 | 3 |
