Nottingham Forest vs Brighton: Premier League Showdown & Expert Tips

Welcome to Extratips and our Premier League preview for Nottingham Forest vs Brighton! This match kicks off on November 30, 2025, at 14:05. Fans can expect a real contest as Forest, struggling near the bottom, take on mid-table Brighton.

Nottingham Forest sit 19th (9 points), desperate for a big result. Brighton are 11th (17 points), and chasing top-half comfort. The odds favor Brighton slightly to win at 2.35, while Forest are at 2.80 and a draw pays 3.50. The bookies expect goals: 'Over 2.5' is 1.80, and both teams to score is quite likely at 1.67.

Their last 5 meetings: Brighton won 2, Forest 1, with 2 draws. Most matches saw at least 2 goals. At home, Forest have 2W-1D-2L; Brighton’s last 5 away are 1W-2D-2L.

Forest’s strengths include aggressive pressing, quick counters, and set pieces. Weaknesses: leaky defence, poor shot conversion, and loss of focus late. Brighton excel in ball possession, build-up play, and wide attacks, but struggle with defending set-pieces, finishing chances, and coping under pressure late on.

Injuries and tactical tweaks could play a role—watch for Forest’s formation changes. Will home pressure lift Forest? Can Brighton’s patience break them down? It’s a contest full of angles, and here’s what to expect: