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Premier League · 27 December 2026 · 16:30

Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest (27 December 2026, Premier League): match facts, form and head-to-head

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Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest (Premier League) is scheduled for 27 December 2026 at 16:30.

Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest: league positions and form

#TeamPW-D-LGoalsPts
1Arsenal98-0-114:524
2Manchester City97-0-220:1021
3Brighton96-1-224:719
4Chelsea95-1-319:1516
5Liverpool94-3-211:915
6Brentford93-5-116:914
7Everton93-4-29:913
8Bournemouth93-3-314:1312
9Tottenham93-3-310:1012
10Aston Villa93-3-310:1312
11Leeds92-5-29:811
12Hull City92-5-211:1011
13Newcastle93-2-412:1511
14Ipswich93-2-414:1811
15Fulham92-3-49:119
16Coventry93-0-69:169
17Manchester United91-4-410:157
18Crystal Palace92-1-69:217
19Nottingham Forest91-3-56:126
20Sunderland91-2-67:175

Recent matches

Manchester United

18 OctDLeeds 1–1 Manchester United
21 OctLComo 4–1 Manchester United
25 OctLManchester United 0–3 Bournemouth
31 OctLChelsea 2–0 Manchester United
3 NovWManchester United 3–2 AS Roma

Nottingham Forest

19 SeptLNottingham Forest 0–1 Coventry
11 OctLCrystal Palace 3–1 Nottingham Forest
18 OctLNottingham Forest 0–1 Arsenal
23 OctDIpswich 1–1 Nottingham Forest
31 OctLBrentford 2–0 Nottingham Forest

Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest: analysis of the match

Manchester United host Nottingham Forest in what promises to be a tight contest at Old Trafford, with the Red Devils sitting 13th on 4 points after a win and a draw but two defeats, their goal tally even at seven for and seven against. Forest, just a spot above them in 12th place, have collected 5 points from one victory, two stalemates and a single loss, also boasting a balanced 4‑4 record. Both sides will be keen to improve their early‑season form, and the narrow gap in the table suggests a battle where a single goal could swing the momentum. Historically the two clubs have exchanged blows in recent meetings, so United will be looking to leverage home advantage while Forest aims to edge ahead in the standings.

Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest: the teams compared

Manchester UnitedNottingham Forest
80%Form20%
63%Attack37%
44%Defence56%
62%Overall38%

Each team's share in per cent: form in the last matches before this one, goals per match from the table and the head-to-head meetings.

Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest: FAQ

Where and when is the game being played?

Date: 27 December 2026, kick-off: 16:30, venue: Old Trafford.

Where do the teams stand in the table?

Manchester United: 17th (7 points), Nottingham Forest: 19th (6 points).

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