Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 January

Betiball's prediction for Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal on 17 January 2026 (kick-off: 13:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal preview before placing your bet.

Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal: Starting Lineups Time : 17/01/2026 13:30

Nottingham Forest
0 - 0
Finished
Arsenal
90' event Ola Aina
89' event Omari Hutchinson / Nicolas Dominguez
76' event Dan Ndoye / Igor Jesus Maciel da Cruz
event 79' Eberechi Eze / Martin Zubimendi Ibanez
event 57' Bukayo Saka / Noni Madueke
event 57' Gabriel Jesus / Viktor Gyokeres
event 57' Mikel Merino Zazon / Martin Odegaard
event 46' Leandro Trossard / Gabriel Teodoro Martinelli Silva
event 37' Jurrien Timber
90' event Ola Aina
event 79' Eberechi Eze / Martin Zubimendi Ibanez
89' event Omari Hutchinson / Nicolas Dominguez
event 57' Bukayo Saka / Noni Madueke
76' event Dan Ndoye / Igor Jesus Maciel da Cruz
event 57' Gabriel Jesus / Viktor Gyokeres
event 57' Mikel Merino Zazon / Martin Odegaard
event 46' Leandro Trossard / Gabriel Teodoro Martinelli Silva
event 37' Jurrien Timber
Nottingham Forest Nottingham Forest
Substitutions
#14 Dan Ndoye
#21 Omari Hutchinson
#12 Douglas Luiz Soares de Paulo
#37 Nicolo Savona
#9 Taiwo Awoniyi
#24 James Mcatee
#22 Ryan Yates
#18 Angus Gunn
#4 Felipe Rodrigues Da Silva,Morato
Nottingham Forest Nottingham Forest Arsenal Arsenal
6Shots15
0Shots on Goal3
8Fouls14
4Corner Kick9
14Free kick8
1Offside0
1Yellow card1
37Aerial31
3Save0
12Successful Tackles15
6Interceptions4
18Long pass15
5Successful center10
2Substitution5
3Shots off goal4
16Head Success18
3Blocked8
5Tackle7
2Dribbles4
19Throw-in10
313Passes496
90Attacks97
56Dangerous attacks60
3Corner Kicks(HT)5
0BigChances4
0BigChancesMissed4
1ShotsInsideBox14
5ShotsOutsideBox1
43DuelsWon45
0.34ExpectedGoals2.07
0.02xGSetPlay1.4
0.34xGNonPenalty2.07
0xGOT1.42
13Touches In Opposition Box36
25AccurateCrosses25
27GroundDuelsWon27
16AerialDuelsWon18
34Clearances25
Arsenal Arsenal
Substitutions
#19 Leandro Trossard
#9 Gabriel Jesus
#23 Mikel Merino Zazon
#7 Bukayo Saka
#10 Eberechi Eze
#29 Kai Havertz
#13 Kepa Arrizabalaga Revuelta
#3 Cristhian Mosquera
#49 Myles Lewis Skelly
Commentary
90' Ola Aina - Nottingham Forest receive a yellow card
89' Nottingham Forest — substitution: Omari Hutchinson / Nicolas Dominguez
79' Arsenal — substitution: Eberechi Eze / Martin Zubimendi Ibanez
76' Nottingham Forest — substitution: Dan Ndoye / Igor Jesus Maciel da Cruz
57' Arsenal — substitution: Bukayo Saka / Noni Madueke
57' Arsenal — substitution: Gabriel Jesus / Viktor Gyokeres
57' Arsenal — substitution: Mikel Merino Zazon / Martin Odegaard
46' Arsenal — substitution: Leandro Trossard / Gabriel Teodoro Martinelli Silva
37' Jurrien Timber - Arsenal receive a yellow card

How We Build the Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal on 17 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Nottingham Forest's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Arsenal's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Nottingham Forest and Arsenal sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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