Nottingham Forest come into this match in mixed form. They have two wins, two draws, and a loss from their last five games, with their most recent being a draw. Away side Brentford are in poor shape, with three losses and two draws in their last five matches, and they have not won any of them. The recent meetings between these two have often been close, with two draws and three matches decided by a single goal in their last five encounters. However, there have also been high-scoring games, including a 3-2 and a 2-2 draw, suggesting the possibility of goals.

Brentford’s recent struggles, especially away from home, where they have lost their last three, give the advantage to Nottingham Forest. The Forest team looks to be in better spirits and will be confident of taking the win against a struggling opponent. This match seems likely to end with a home victory.