AliousNottingham Forest return to action on Monday night, traveling to Molineux for a clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers—a matchup that pits Nuno Espirito Santo against his former side.
The Reds played out a 1-1 draw against Wolves in the reverse fixture back in August. At that time, Wolves were struggling under Gary O’Neil, teetering dangerously close to the relegation zone. However, the arrival of Vitor Pereira has sparked a revival, with Wolves picking up two wins and a draw in recent weeks.
A Chance to Strengthen Forest’s Top-Four Position
With Chelsea and Arsenal both dropping points over the weekend, Nottingham Forest have a golden opportunity to solidify their place in the Premier League’s top four. Nuno Espirito Santo’s management has drawn significant praise this season, with pundits like Jamie Redknapp noting a clear transformation in the perception of the club.
Chris Sutton Predicts Another Forest Win
Forest come into the game on a hot streak, winning five consecutive matches since their 3-0 defeat to Manchester City in early December. This form has many believing they can secure another crucial three points on Monday night.
BBC pundit Chris Sutton, who previously predicted a draw for Forest’s match against Everton (which Forest won), is backing the Reds to claim victory at Molineux.
“I got it wrong last time, so this time I’m going with Forest to take all three points,” Sutton said. “As a boyhood Forest fan, it’s fantastic to see them doing so well—it’s like the late 1970s again, with Forest and Liverpool battling at the top of the table.”
Sutton did temper his optimism, predicting Forest would eventually slip down the table, but joked about his poor track record with predictions, saying, “That’s probably good news for them.” He forecast a tight 1-0 win for the Reds.
Confidence High Ahead of Wolves Clash
Forest are currently one of the most formidable teams in the league, blending fluid counter-attacking play with defensive solidity. Wolves, despite their recent improvements, will face a tough challenge against Espirito Santo’s well-drilled side.
While Sutton’s belief that Forest’s form might taper off has some merit, the Reds have built a strong foundation for the season. A win against Wolves would set the stage for a massive encounter with Liverpool next week—a chance for Forest to complete a league double over Jurgen Klopp’s side after their victory at Anfield in September.
Forest fans will hope the team’s momentum carries them through another crucial fixture as they continue their remarkable Premier League campaign.
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