Premier League 2026/27

Nottingham Forest vs Sunderland prediction

By Wazir Win Football Desk, Premier League analysisUpdated
60%Our pick
Nottingham Forest
Clear lean

19:30

India time

Sat, 24 Apr 2027 · 15:00 UK

City Ground, Nottingham

Draw 22%

Fair odds for the pick 1.67

18%Win chance
Sunderland

In 30 seconds

  1. Forest 60%, draw 22%, Sunderland 18%: a clear lean.
  2. Predicted score 1-0; the goals line is finely balanced (2.8 xG).
  3. Both teams to score: 51%.
Predicted score
1-0
Wazir Win pick
Forest
UK broadcast
Not televised yet
Projected cards
3.5-4.5

Who wins Forest vs Sunderland?

Clear lean: Nottingham Forest. The Wazir Win goals model rates them 60% to win (fair odds 1.67), with the draw at 22%. We expect 2.8 goals and a 1-0 scoreline. Kick-off: Sat, 24 Apr 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.

  1. 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.

  2. Goal expectancy

    Edge: Even

    At 2.8 expected goals, the 2.5 line is close to a toss-up (53% for the over).

  3. 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 Sunderland?

Our model's chance of each total, with the likeliest outcome highlighted.

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total goals

Both teams score
51%
Over 2.5 goals
53%
Expected goals
1.89 – 0.91
Half-time call
0-0

The Wazir Win bet slip for Forest vs Sunderland

Three selections at rising risk. Each ring is our probability for that selection.

  1. Banker

    risk

    77%

    Draw no bet

    Forest

    Your stake comes back if it finishes level, so only a Sunderland win beats it.

  2. Smart value

    risk

    53%

    Total goals

    Over 2.5

    2.8 expected goals clears the 2.5 line more often than not.

  3. Wildcard

    risk

    11%

    Correct score

    Forest 1-0 Sunderland

    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

Sunderland

Expect Sunderland to stay compact on their trip to City Ground and look for a moment rather than control the game.

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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland

Nottingham Forest take on Sunderland in front of their own fans, and the Wazir Win numbers lean Forest's way. The gap in expected goals (1.89 for Forest, 0.91 for Sunderland) is the clearest signal, and it is what produces our 60% for Forest. Sunderland's best route is to keep it level into the last half-hour, when the draw becomes a live result.

Calendar check: Forest and Sunderland

Recovery time and the next fixture for both clubs, from the published Premier League schedule.

Forest play 7 days after their game at home to Liverpool on 17 Apr. After this, they go away at Brighton 7 days after this one. League game 33 of 38.

Sunderland play 7 days after their game away at Fulham on 17 Apr. After this, they go at home to Newcastle 7 days after this one. League game 33 of 38.

These sides already met at Stadium of Light on Sat, 12 Dec 2026, making this the return fixture.

  1. 17 AprForest vs LiverpoolCity Ground
  2. 17 AprFulham vs SunderlandCraven Cottage
  3. 24 AprForest vs SunderlandCity Ground
  4. 01 MayBrighton vs ForestAmerican Express Stadium
  5. 01 MaySunderland vs NewcastleStadium of Light
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Nottingham Forest vs Sunderland: your questions answered

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Who is predicted to win Forest vs Sunderland?

Wazir Win predicts Nottingham Forest. Our goals model gives Forest 60%, the draw 22% and Sunderland 18%, which we class as a clear lean.

What is the predicted score for Nottingham Forest vs Sunderland?

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 Sunderland?

On our numbers: Forest 1.67, draw 4.55, Sunderland 5.56. Anything shorter from a bookmaker carries no value by our model.

What time does Nottingham Forest vs Sunderland kick off in India?

19:30 IST India time on Sat, 24 Apr 2027 (15:00 UK), at City Ground in Nottingham. Televised games can move, so confirm nearer the day.

Forest vs Sunderland mein kaun jeetega?

Wazir Win ke goals model mein Nottingham Forest aage hain: Forest 60%, draw 22%, Sunderland 18%. Sabse sambhav score 1-0 hai. Yeh anumaan hai, guarantee nahi.

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Where can I watch Forest vs Sunderland?

Indian broadcast rights change between seasons, so check the official Premier League listings close to the day.

What would make Sunderland win?

An early goal, a disciplined defensive shape and a quiet day for Forest's attack. We give Sunderland 18%.

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.