Brentford vs Nottingham Prediction and Best Game Prop
Brentford will look to kick off 2024 in the Premier League with a win when they welcome Nottingham to Brentford Community Stadium for Saturday’s clash. Check out our game preview and soccer player props along with best soccer bets for January 20.
Brentford vs Nottingham Match Information
- Match: Brentford (5-4-10) vs Nottingham (5-5-10)
- Location: Gtech Community Stadium, West London.
- Day/Time: Saturday, Jan. 20, 12:30 p.m. ET
- Brentford vs Nottingham Live Stream: Fubo.tv
Brentford could be rejuvenated with the return of Ivan Toney but they still have a fair few crucial players out and make it look like Nottingham Forest are the value bet in soccer lines, especially being desperate for results.
A win for either team will be huge for their chances of survival. Victory for the hosts will move them up to 14th and give them a bit of breathing space between themselves and the drop zone. Lose, and they will be dangerously looking over their shoulders.
The visitors are in a similar position. It is a must-win, so if you’re betting online, you avoid the moneyline and focus on the goals market.
You can watch the Brentford vs. Nottingham game on FOX or stream it on Fubo.tv on Saturday at 12:30 p.m.
Brentford vs Nottingham Odds and Spreads
Brentford vs Nottingham Betting Trends
- Brentford has lost as many as seven of their last eight league games, winning just once
- The Bees last suffered a longer league losing run in March 1993 which goes to show just how big their dip in form is
- Nottingham Forest has won two of their three league games under Nuno Espirito Santo
- They last won three in a row in the top-flight all the way back in May 1999.
- Brentford has scored in four of their past five Premier League matches
- Brentford is averaging 2.26 cards per game in the Premier League, while Forest average 2.35
- Nottingham Forest is low on corners this season, with only Luton averaging fewer than their 3.7 per game, while Brentford’s averages is 4.89
- Brentford has dropped more points from winning positions than any other side in the Premier League this season, a total of 20
Over/Under Pick: Over 2½ Goals (-115)
This is a very important fixture at the bottom of the table, with both Brentford and Nottingham Forest desperate to pick up three points.
New Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo has been in charge for four games after he took over from Steve Cooper in December, with an excellent 2-1 win versus Man United the highlight of his short tenure so far. They have scored just 24 goals this season, but seven have come in the last three games.
Star striker Ivan Toney is set to make his first appearance of the season as he returns from an eight-month ban following betting charges.
A 3-1 loss at Crystal Palace and 4-1 defeat to Wolves signify Brentford’s struggles on both ends of the pitch. They have not won a game since the very beginning of December, when they beat Luton Town 3-1 at home.
It’s tough to back one of the teams to win the three points but we’re backing a high-scoring affair for our soccer picks and parlays.
Player Prop Pick: Ivan Toney Anytime Goalscorer (+125)
Ivan Toney scored 20 goals in 33 Premier League games last season.
This is set to be Ivan Toney’s first game back following his eight-match suspension from football, a crucial return for Brentford.
And while the Englishman hasn’t played professional football in that time, it would be typical for him to score on his first game back. He did also get a runout in a friendly against Southampton U23s recently, scoring a hat trick.
He is priced at +125 in Premier League betting odds to find the back of the net on Saturday, a great value bet if you love your soccer props.
Best Game Prop: Over 2½ and Both Teams To Score – Yes (+125)
Brentford has slumped right down in the table recently having been right up there last season and had some great performances in the start.
But with Toney back in the mix they do stand a great chance and they did put in a great 2-2 effort in the FA Cup on Tuesday evening which could help here.
But Nottingham don’t always have the ability to win games so a draw looks long overdue for them too.
They’ve won twice recently, lost two prior to that in the league and are incredibly difficult to judge for soccer predictions.
Brentford vs. Nottingham Prediction
What Brentford players are most likely to pick up assists against Nottingham?
Neal Maupay is the player to watch. Not only he scored two goals in his last two appearances but he offered four assists this season for this teammates.
