‘Big threat’ – Paul Merson makes confident prediction for Man Utd vs Nottingham forest winner as big injury announced

Manchester United are aware that they must improve soon following a poor start to the season, and a home game against Nottingham Forest should provide an excellent opportunity to do so.

United were outplayed by Wolves on the opening weekend but still triumphed, while Tottenham won 2-0 last time out, leaving Erik ten Hag with a lot of concerns.

Forest will know they have what it takes to stun United at Old Trafford, having pushed Arsenal to the brink of defeat in their first encounter before defeating Sheffield United last time out.

Date, start time, and location

The match between Manchester United and Nottingham Forest is set to begin at 3 p.m. BST on Saturday, August 26, 2023.

The game will be held at Old Trafford in Salford.

Where to watch Manchester United vs. Nottingham Forest on TV and live stream: Due to the regular Saturday 3 p.m. blackout, the game will not be shown live in the United Kingdom.

Team news for Manchester United vs. Nottingham Forest

Mason Mount, Manchester United’s summer signing, will miss the game against Tottenham Hotspur due to an injury. As a straight successor, Christian Eriksen should be brought in. Harry Maguire has recovered from a minor injury. Luke Shaw is also out of commission due to a muscular ailment.

Rasmus Hojlund could make his long-awaited debut, though most likely as a substitute.

Nottingham Forest have no new injury concerns following the loss of Ola Aina in training last week. He won’t be back until the end of the month. Gonzalo Montiel, a new loan signing, might make his debut.

Prediction for Manchester United vs. Nottingham Forest

Manchester United must put on a show in front of their fans, and they have more than enough talent to do it against Nottingham Forest.

But whether they do so remains to be seen. Erik ten Hag has enough in him to change things up, which may mean Jadon Sancho returning in a ‘false nine’ role, and I anticipated United to win.

Man United will win 3-1.

9/1 for Nottingham Forest to win.

Head-to-head (h2h) history and results
Manchester United wins: 52

Draws: 24

Nottingham Forest wins: 33

Man United vs Nottingham Forest match odds
Manchester United win: 3/10

Draw: 5/1