Manchester United host Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford in a Premier League fixture on Sunday, 17 May 2026, with kick-off at 12:30 PM (WAT). With the season approaching its conclusion, both sides have plenty to play for as they look to end the campaign on a positive note at the Theatre of Dreams.
Match Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Competition | England Premier League |
| Date | Sunday, 17 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 12:30 PM WAT |
| Venue | Old Trafford, Manchester |
Head to Head Record
| Stat | Man United | Nottm Forest |
|---|---|---|
| All-Time H2H Wins | 47 | 22 |
| Draws | 19 | |
| Goals Scored (H2H) | 162 | 90 |
| Last 5 H2H | Man United 3W 1D 1L | |
| Old Trafford vs Forest | United strong at home historically | |
| Goals Per H2H Game | 2.8 average | |
Match Preview
Manchester United head into this fixture at Old Trafford with the home faithful desperate to see a strong finish to what has been another turbulent and disappointing season by the club’s historically high standards. The Theatre of Dreams can still generate an electric atmosphere when United are at their best and the players will be motivated to send the home fans off on a positive note before the season concludes. Old Trafford’s home advantage remains significant and United will be targeting all three points against a strong Forest side.
Nottingham Forest have been one of the Premier League’s most impressive sides this season, turning the City Ground into a fortress and consistently competing above expectations. Under their manager, Forest play with tremendous energy, defensive organisation, and clinical counter-attacking football. Chris Wood’s goals have been vital and Morgan Gibbs-White’s creativity has unlocked defences throughout the campaign. Away from the City Ground they have been solid and Forest will arrive at Old Trafford with genuine belief they can cause an upset.
Team Form – Last 5 Matches
| Team | Form | Goals Scored | Goals Conceded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Man United | W D L W D | 7 | 6 |
| Nottm Forest | W W D W L | 9 | 4 |
Key Players to Watch
| Player | Team | Threat |
|---|---|---|
| Bruno Fernandes | Man United | United captain — creative force and set-piece specialist |
| Rasmus Hojlund | Man United | Danish striker — physical, direct and dangerous in the box |
| Marcus Rashford | Man United | United academy product — pace and directness on the left |
| Chris Wood | Nottm Forest | Clinical New Zealand striker — aerial threat and goals |
| Morgan Gibbs-White | Nottm Forest | Creative midfielder — Forest’s most technically gifted player |
Our Prediction
Old Trafford gives United the advantage but Forest have been the more consistent side this season and arrive in excellent form. This should be a competitive, entertaining match with both sides capable of scoring. We edge towards a narrow United home win but Forest are more than capable of taking a point.
| Market | Prediction |
|---|---|
| Match Result | Man United Win |
| Correct Score | 2-1 |
| Both Teams to Score | Yes |
| Total Goals | Over 2.5 |
| Best Bet | Both Teams to Score & Over 2.5 Goals |
| Value Bet | Man United Win & BTTS |
Kick-off: 12:30 PM WAT | Competition: England Premier League | Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
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