Premier League: Nottingham Forest vs. Leicester Picks — Tricky Trees to Get Campaign Back on Track Against Local Rivals? (May 11)

It has been a disappointing period for Nuno Espirito Santo and his Nottingham Forest side, as they have handed the initiative to their rivals in the race for Champions League qualification.

Forest come into this round of matches after winning just once across their last five, and they have suffered defeats in four of their last six across all competitions.

However, this could be a perfect opportunity to get back on track against an already relegated Leicester. Despite that, the Foxes did gain momentum with a fine win over Championship-bound Southampton last weekend.

Odds

Forest Chasing Third Straight Win Over Foxes

Nottingham Forest have dominated the East Midlands derby in recent years after winning each of their last two against the Foxes.

The Tricky Trees have also avoided defeat in five of the last six competitive meetings between the sides. Leicester’s only win over that period was a 4-0 home success in October 2022.

Nottingham Forest vs. Leicester Key Stats

• Nottingham Forest have conceded the opening goal in four of their last five Premier League matches.
• Leicester ended an 826-minute wait for a home Premier League goal in their 2-0 win against Southampton, as Jamie Vardy netted his 199th goal for the Foxes.

Nottingham Forest Team News

Forest have a near fully-fit squad available for the East Midlands derby this weekend. Callum Hudson-Odoi is the only player who is a slight doubt due to a thigh issue.

Possible Lineup

M. Sels (GK); O. Aina, N. Milenkovic, Murillo, N. Williams, E. Anderson, R. Yates, N. Dominguez, M. Gibbs-White, A. Elanga, C. Wood

Leicester Team News

Bobby Reid, Ricardo Pereira, and Stephy Mavididi have all been ruled out for the remainder of the season. Mads Hermansen is also missing due to a groin issue, while Harry Winks remains banned by the club.

Possible Lineup

J. Stolarczyk (GK); J. Justin, C. Coady, W. Faes, L. Thomas, W. Ndidi, O. Skipp, K. McAteer, J. Ayew, B. El Khannouss, J. Vardy

Nottingham Forest vs. Leicester Picks

This weekend will be a perfect opportunity for Nottingham Forest to get their Champions League challenge back on track.

The Tricky Trees boast an excellent record against their East Midlands rivals, and their attacking players looked back to somewhere near their best despite dropping points at Crystal Palace last Monday. A home win appears to be the standout selection.