When is the Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal match and how to watch it? Premier League broadcast

The Premier League fixture between Nottingham Forest and Arsenal is set for Wednesday, February 26, at 2:30 PM ET / 11:30 AM PT. The match will take place at City Ground and will be broadcast live on Peacock. Nottingham Forest, managed by Nuno Espirito Santo, aims to recover from recent setbacks, while Arsenal, under Mikel Arteta, looks to strengthen their title challenge.

Match Preview: Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal

As the Premier League season progresses, Nottingham Forest and Arsenal prepare for a crucial match with high stakes for both teams. Arsenal sits second in the table, fighting for the championship, while Forest is in third place, looking to secure a top-four finish.

Nottingham Forest is coming off a 4-3 defeat to Newcastle, which highlighted their defensive vulnerabilities. Before that, they lost 2-1 to Fulham, but their 7-0 demolition of Brighton demonstrated their attacking capabilities.

Arsenal, meanwhile, suffered a 1-0 home loss to West Ham, a result that disrupted their title pursuit. They rebounded with a 2-0 away win against Leicester City, but their 2-0 defeat to Newcastle in the EFL Cup raised concerns. However, they crushed Manchester City 5-1, showing their full strength.

Recent Performances

Nottingham Forest's Recent Matches

Forest has shown inconsistency in recent weeks. They lost 4-3 to Newcastle in a thrilling encounter, suffered a 2-1 defeat to Fulham, but dominated Brighton 7-0 in one of their best performances of the season.

Arsenal's Recent Matches

Arsenal fell 1-0 to West Ham but responded with a 2-0 victory over Leicester. Their 5-1 thrashing of Manchester City was a statement win, proving they remain serious title contenders.

Head-to-Head

Arsenal has historically dominated this fixture, but Nottingham Forest has caused upsets in recent years, especially at City Ground. Their home advantage could make this a tricky test for the Gunners.

Potential Lineups

Nottingham Forest (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: Matz Sels
• Defenders: Ola Aina, Nikola Milenkovic, Murillo Costa dos Santos, Neco Williams
• Midfielders: Nicolas Dominguez, Elliot Anderson
• Forwards: Anthony Elanga, Morgan Gibbs-White, Callum Hudson-Odoi
• Striker: Chris Wood

Arsenal (4-3-3)

• Goalkeeper: David Raya
• Defenders: Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhaes, Riccardo Calafiori
• Midfielders: Martin Odegaard, Thomas Partey, Declan Rice
• Forwards: Ethan Nwaneri, Mikel Merino, Leandro Trossard

Predictions and Betting Odds

Arsenal enters as the favorite but must be wary of Forest's home form and counterattacking threat.

• Arsenal Win: -105
• Draw: +250
• Nottingham Forest Win: +295

Expect Arsenal to control possession, but Forest's ability to strike on the break could make this an open contest.

Match Details

• Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2025
• Time: 2:30 PM ET (11:30 AM PT)
• Tournament: Premier League
• Stadium: City Ground, Nottingham

Where to Watch Nottingham Forest vs. Arsenal Live?

Fans can watch Nottingham Forest vs. Arsenal live on Peacock this Wednesday, February 26, starting at 2:30 PM ET (11:30 AM PT).