Nottingham Forest and Brighton & Hove Albion are set to face off at the City Ground on Saturday, with both teams announcing their lineups for the highly anticipated clash. The match, kicking off at 15:00 GMT, is a crucial encounter in the Premier League, with Forest looking to secure a vital win to boost their survival hopes, while Brighton aims to solidify their mid-table position.
Steve Cooper’s Nottingham Forest will be without the services of Joe Worrall and Ryan Yates due to injuries, with the manager opting for a 4-2-3-1 formation. Meanwhile, Roberto De Zerbi’s Brighton will be at full strength, with Pascal Groß and Leandro Trossard leading the attack in a 4-3-3 setup. The referee for the match is Michael Oliver, with assistants Stuart Burt and Simon Bennett, and fourth official David Coote completing the officiating team.
Nottingham Forest Set Strong Starting XI for Brighton Showdown
Nottingham Forest has named a strong starting XI for Saturday’s Premier League clash against Brighton & Hove Albion at the City Ground. Steve Cooper’s side will be without key defender Joe Worrall, who is serving a one-match suspension following his red card against Brentford last time out.
In his place, Scott McKenna will partner with Mikkel Damsgaard, who returns to the starting lineup after recovering from a hamstring injury. The Danish international will provide additional creativity in midfield, with Brennan Johnson and Jesse Lingard supporting striker Taiwo Awoniyi.
Forest’s backline will feature a familiar look, with Neco Williams and Serge Aurier at full-back. The duo will look to provide width and defensive solidity against Brighton’s attacking threat. In goal, Dean Henderson will start, with the England international aiming to keep a clean sheet against the Seagulls.
Brighton, meanwhile, will be without midfielder Yves Bissouma, who is serving a one-match suspension of his own. Pascal Groß and João Pedro will look to fill the void left by the Mali international. Graham Potter’s side will be keen to bounce back from their 3-1 defeat to Manchester United last time out.
The Seagulls’ attacking trio of Leandro Trossard, Danny Welbeck, and Ansu Fati will look to cause problems for Forest’s defence. Brighton’s backline will feature a familiar look, with Joel Veltman and Marc Cucurella at full-back. In goal, Robert Sánchez will start, with the Spain international aiming to keep a clean sheet against Forest.
The match kicks off at 15:00 BST, with live coverage available on Sky Sports.
Brighton & Hove Albion Unveil Lineup for Forest Clash
Brighton & Hove Albion have named their starting lineup for Saturday’s Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground. Manager Roberto De Zerbi has made three changes to the side that drew 1-1 with Tottenham Hotspur last time out.
Brighton will be without midfielder Yves Bissouma, who is serving a one-match suspension following his red card against Tottenham. Pascal Groß and Adam Lallana come into the side in his place.
De Zerbi has opted for a 4-3-3 formation, with Leandro Trossard leading the line up front. The Seagulls’ defence remains unchanged, with Lewis Dunk and Joel Veltman partnering at the heart of the back four.
In goal, Robert Sánchez keeps his place, with Jason Steele on the bench. Brighton’s attack is expected to cause problems for Nottingham Forest’s defence, with Trossard, Neal Maupay, and Danny Welbeck all in form.
The Seagulls are looking to bounce back from their midweek defeat to Manchester United in the EFL Cup. De Zerbi has stressed the importance of a positive result against Nottingham Forest, with the manager stating: “We must win this game. It’s very important for us to take three points.”
Brighton will be without a number of key players for the clash, with Tariq Lamptey, Joao Pedro, and Simon Adingra all sidelined through injury. Despite the absences, De Zerbi has selected a strong side capable of challenging Nottingham Forest’s defence.
Key Players Return as Forest Faces Brighton Challenge
Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper has named an unchanged starting lineup for Saturday’s Premier League clash against Brighton & Hove Albion. The Reds will field the same XI that secured a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers last time out.
Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi makes one change to the side that drew 1-1 with Liverpool. Pascal Groß replaces the injured João Pedro, with the German international starting in midfield.
Forest captain Joe Worrall retains his place in defence, partnering Scott McKenna. The duo will be tasked with shackling Brighton’s potent attack, which has netted 19 goals in the league this season.
In midfield, Ryan Yates and Remo Freuler will look to disrupt Brighton’s possession game. The pair has formed a solid partnership this season, with Yates contributing three goals and two assists in the league.
Up front, Taiwo Awoniyi will lead the line for Forest. The Nigerian international has scored four goals in his last five Premier League appearances, providing a constant threat to opposition defences.
Brighton’s attack is spearheaded by Danny Welbeck and Leandro Trossard. The duo has combined for 11 goals and five assists in the league this season, making them a constant threat to Forest’s defence.
In goal, Dean Henderson starts for Forest, while Robert Sánchez keeps his place in the Brighton side. Both keepers have been in fine form this season, with Henderson making 67 saves and Sánchez 63 in the league.
The match kicks off at 15:00 GMT, with both sides eager to secure a vital three points in their quest for Premier League survival.
Steve Cooper Makes Bold Selections for Forest's Brighton Test
Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper has made several bold selections for Saturday’s Premier League clash against Brighton & Hove Albion. The Reds will be without the suspended Brennan Johnson, who was sent off in the 2-0 defeat to Manchester City last time out.
In his place, Cooper has opted to start with Jesse Lingard, who has been in impressive form since joining the club on loan from Manchester United. The England international has scored three goals in his last four appearances and will be looking to continue his fine run of form against the Seagulls.
Forest will also be without the injured Joe Worrall, with the centre-back set to miss the rest of the season with a knee injury. In his absence, Cooper has paired Michael Dawson with Scott McKenna in defence.
Brighton, meanwhile, will be without the suspended Neal Maupay, who was sent off in the 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa last time out. The Seagulls have recalled Joel Veltman from the bench, with the Dutch defender set to start in place of the suspended Maupay.
Manager Roberto De Zerbi has also made a change in midfield, with Yves Bissouma dropping to the bench in favour of Pascal Groß. The German midfielder has struggled for form this season but will be looking to make an impact against Forest.
Both sides will be looking to secure a vital three points, with Forest currently sitting 17th in the table and Brighton in 10th. The match kicks off at 15:00 BST.
Brighton's Frontline Ready to Take on Nottingham Forest
Brighton & Hove Albion FC have named a strong starting eleven for Saturday’s clash against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground. Manager Roberto De Zerbi has opted for a familiar 4-2-3-1 formation, with key players Pascal Groß and João Pedro retaining their places in the attacking midfield.
In defence, Lewis Dunk and Adam Webster continue their partnership at the heart of Brighton’s backline. The duo will be crucial in nullifying the threat posed by Nottingham Forest’s forward line, which includes the experienced Brennan Johnson and the in-form Taiwo Awoniyi.
Midfield maestro Yves Bissouma starts once again, providing defensive cover and driving Brighton’s attacks. His partnership with Moises Caicedo will be pivotal in controlling the tempo of the match.
Nottingham Forest, meanwhile, have made one change to the side that drew 1-1 with Brentford last time out. Steve Cooper brings in Orel Mangala to replace the suspended Ryan Yates in central midfield.
The match kicks off at 15:00 BST, with both teams eager to secure a vital three points in their quest for European football next season. Brighton currently sit sixth in the Premier League table, just two points ahead of Nottingham Forest in seventh.
As the final whistle approaches, both teams will be looking to secure a crucial victory that could significantly impact their respective seasons. Nottingham Forest, aiming to solidify their Premier League status, will rely on their home advantage and the passionate support of their fans. Meanwhile, Brighton, seeking to consolidate their position in the top half of the table, will be determined to extend their impressive away form. The outcome of this encounter could set the tone for the remaining fixtures, with both sides eager to gain momentum ahead of the business end of the season.
