Nottingham Forest vs Man United prediction and odds ahead of EFL Cup semi-final tie

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Nottingham Forest vs Man United prediction and odds ahead of EFL Cup semi-final tie

Manchester United will be looking to secure their first trophy in eight years starting with the EFL Cup as they prepare for their semi-final clash with fellow Premier League side Nottingham Forest. United have not lost to Forest since 1994 in all competitions and have never been defeated by them in the League Cup either - winning all three meetings with the last one being

The Red Devils are the favourites ahead of their trip to the City Ground at #4/6 with Betfred while hosts Forest are 9/2 and a draw is 11/4. United secured a place in the play-offs after seeing off Aston Villa, Burnley and Charlton while Forest have beaten Grimsby Town, Tottenham Hotspur, Blackburn Rovers and Wolves.

Steve Cooper will be keen to maintain their impressive run and the make the most of home advantage when they welcome Erik ten Hag's side to the City Ground. The Reds are on a four-match unbeaten run in the league although in between that they suffered a heavy defeat to Championship strugglers Blackpool.

Tips

  • Marcus Rashford to score anytime - 11/10

  • Man United to win and both teams to score - 5/6

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