Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest prediction 23.02.2025 | Premier League

• Competition: Premier League
• Date: Sunday, 23rd February 2025
• Kickoff: 14:00 UK / 15:00 CET
• Venue: St. James' Park (Newcastle)

Newcastle had some problematic parts of the 2024/25 season, but they still are not too far from their goals. Eddie Howe's team are after 25 league rounds, only three points away from the top four position on the standings, and will need a good few months to find themself into the Champions League next season. Newcastle had a perfect nine wins in a row, but they won only three of the next six in all competitions, and now again, it seems they slightly slowed in their form. Last weekend, Newcastle lost 4-0 on the road against Manchester City. The guests were never close to getting something from that game. 

Nottingham Forest are the most pleasant surprise in English football this season. They are still third on the table, and Nuno Espirito Santo's team surely dreams about playing in the most elite European competition - the Champions League. However, Nottingham Forest's recent form was far from perfect. Last weekend, Espirito Santo's team lost 2-1 on the road against Fulham. The guests created only xG of 0.40, while the home side had 2.24, so it would be pretty unfair if Nottingham Forest wouldn't end empty-handed. 

Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest pick: Over 2.5 goals

Both these teams are playing high-scoring matches lately. Only one Newcastle game in the previous eight finished with two or fewer goals. On the other hand, Nottingham Forest's last five games were with at least three goals. We should expect a high-scoring game on Sunday night at St. James' Park.