Premier League 2026/27
Nottingham Forest vs Ipswich Town prediction
19:30
India time
Sun, 23 May 2027 · 15:00 UK
City Ground, Nottingham
Draw 22%
Fair odds for the pick 1.69
In 30 seconds
- Forest 59%, draw 22%, Ipswich 19%: a clear lean.
- Predicted score 1-0; the goals line is finely balanced (2.9 xG).
- Both teams to score: 53%.
- Predicted score
- 1-0
- Wazir Win pick
- Forest
- UK broadcast
- Not televised yet
- Projected cards
- 3.5-4.5
Who wins Forest vs Ipswich?
Clear lean: Nottingham Forest. The Wazir Win goals model rates them 59% to win (fair odds 1.69), with the draw at 22%. We expect 2.9 goals and a 1-0 scoreline. Kick-off: Sun, 23 May 2027, 19:30 IST at City Ground.
What will decide it?
Home advantage first, then the goals picture and the factor with the most pull on this fixture.
Home edge
Edge: Forest
Forest are the better side and at home, which our model values at a little over a fifth of a goal. The two advantages stack.
Goal expectancy
Edge: Even
At 2.9 expected goals, the 2.5 line is close to a toss-up (54% for the over).
Quality gap
Edge: Forest
Forest rate clearly higher, and the draw is only 22%. If they score first, the game state favours them heavily.
How many goals in Forest vs Ipswich?
Our model's chance of each total, with the likeliest outcome highlighted.
total goals
- Both teams score
- 53%
- Over 2.5 goals
- 54%
- Expected goals
- 1.89 – 0.97
- Half-time call
- 0-0
The Wazir Win bet slip for Forest vs Ipswich
Three selections at rising risk. Each ring is our probability for that selection.
- 76%
Banker
risk
Draw no bet
Forest
Your stake comes back if it finishes level, so only a Ipswich win beats it.
- 54%
Smart value
risk
Total goals
Over 2.5
2.9 expected goals clears the 2.5 line more often than not.
- 11%
Wildcard
risk
Correct score
Forest 1-0 Ipswich
The model's likeliest scoreline. Exact-score markets pay well and land rarely, so stake lightly.
How do the two teams set up?
Confirmed line-ups land about an hour before kick-off.
Home
Nottingham Forest
Expect Forest to stay compact at City Ground and look for a moment rather than control the game.
Away · promoted
Ipswich Town
Ipswich are in their first season back and still learning the pace of the division. Expect a compact shape on their trip to City Ground, long spells without the ball and danger from set pieces.
What would change our mind?
The developments we would react to before kick-off.
If Forest name a weakened XI
Rotation or a key absence would take several points off their win chance; check line-ups an hour before kick-off.
If Ipswich score first
The favourite has to chase, and both the draw and the upset become much more likely.
If a red card comes in the first hour
Ten men changes the expected-goals picture entirely, whichever side it hits.
The story of Forest vs Ipswich
Nottingham Forest take on Ipswich Town in front of their own fans, and the Wazir Win numbers lean Forest's way. The gap in expected goals (1.89 for Forest, 0.97 for Ipswich) is the clearest signal, and it is what produces our 59% for Forest. Ipswich's best route is to keep it level into the last half-hour, when the draw becomes a live result.
Calendar check: Forest and Ipswich
Recovery time and the next fixture for both clubs, from the published Premier League schedule.
Forest play 8 days after their game away at Arsenal on 15 May. After this, they go away at Coventry 7 days after this one. League game 37 of 38.
Ipswich play 8 days after their game at home to Man City on 15 May. After this, they go at home to Everton 7 days after this one. League game 37 of 38.
These sides already met at Portman Road on Fri, 23 Oct 2026, making this the return fixture.
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Who is predicted to win Forest vs Ipswich?
Wazir Win predicts Nottingham Forest. Our goals model gives Forest 59%, the draw 22% and Ipswich 19%, which we class as a clear lean.
What is the predicted score for Nottingham Forest vs Ipswich Town?
Our likeliest scoreline is 1-0 (half-time 0-0). The single most common exact score across our simulations is 1-0, at 11%.
What are fair odds for Forest vs Ipswich?
On our numbers: Forest 1.69, draw 4.55, Ipswich 5.26. Anything shorter from a bookmaker carries no value by our model.
What time does Nottingham Forest vs Ipswich Town kick off in India?
19:30 IST India time on Sun, 23 May 2027 (15:00 UK), at City Ground in Nottingham. Televised games can move, so confirm nearer the day.
Forest vs Ipswich mein kaun jeetega?
Wazir Win ke goals model mein Nottingham Forest aage hain: Forest 59%, draw 22%, Ipswich 19%. Sabse sambhav score 1-0 hai. Yeh anumaan hai, guarantee nahi.
How many goals are expected in Forest vs Ipswich?
2.9 expected goals in total. The most likely total is 2, and a goalless draw comes up 6% of the time.
What would make Ipswich win?
An early goal, a disciplined defensive shape and a quiet day for Forest's attack. We give Ipswich 19%.
Where can I watch Forest vs Ipswich?
Indian broadcast rights change between seasons, so check the official Premier League listings close to the day.
Dates and kick-off times follow the published Premier League fixture list and can move for TV or cup commitments. Win percentages, projected scores and picks on this page come from Wazir Win's own model, built on team strength, venue history and conditions. They are estimates, not guarantees, and only a bookmaker's live odds settle a bet. 18+ only. Set a budget before you play and play responsibly.