Bournemouth vs Nottingham Prediction & Betting Tips (26 October)

Bournemouth has continued to progress for several years and is beginning to assert itself as a real contender for European folding seats. Having made a very good start to the championship, the Cherries now occupy 4th place in the Premier League. Beaten on Liverpool's pitch during the first day 4-2, they have not tasted defeat since 4 wins and 3 draws. Falling from Fulham before the international break 3-1, Bournemouth then had to settle for sharing the points at Crystal Palace last weekend following a goal conceded at the very end of the game 3-3. A nice surprise from the previous year, Nottingham Forest is not showing at all the same dispositions this season.

Morgan Gibbs-White's partners won against Brentford on the 1st day 3-1 before going seven games without a win, 2 draws and 5 defeats, series in progress. They remain on three losses suffered against Sunderland 0-1, Newcastle 2-0 and Chelsea last weekend 0-3. Now 18th in the Premier League, the club will already have a third different coach since Ange Postecoglou has just been dismissed and replaced by Sean Dyche. 

Nottingham Forest, now managed by Ange Postecoglou, are still finding their rhythm. The team has struggled to maintain consistency, with only one win in their last five matches. Chris Wood remains their top scorer with two goals, while Morgan Gibbs-White and Ederson Anderson have chipped in with assists. Ola Aina is a doubt due to a hamstring issue, which could weaken Forest’s defensive setup. Their recent 3-0 loss to West Ham exposed vulnerabilities, particularly in transition. However, Forest have shown resilience in patches, notably in their 3-1 win over Brentford earlier in the campaign. Postecoglou’s tactical tweaks are still bedding in, and the squad’s cohesion is a work in progress.

Historically, Bournemouth have had the upper hand in this fixture, including a dominant 5-0 win back in January. Forest, however, managed a 1-1 draw in their previous visit to the Vitality Stadium, suggesting they can be competitive. Both teams have attacking threats and defensive lapses, which could lead to an open game. Bournemouth’s sharper edge in front of goal, especially with Semenyo’s form, may prove decisive. Nottingham Forest will need to be clinical and organized to avoid another setback. With all factors considered, the prediction leans toward a narrow Bournemouth victory. A 2-1 scoreline seems the most plausible outcome, reflecting both teams’ current trajectories and individual form.

• Summary: Bournemouth is going head to head with Nottingham Forest starting on 26 Oct 2025 at 14:00 UTC at Vitality Stadium stadium, Bournemouth city, England. The match is a part of the Premier League .
• Referee: Samuel Barrott
• Bournemouth Feedinco Rating: 6.82
• Nottingham Feedinco Rating: 6.65