Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest Prediction, Picks and Odds

Dimers' prediction and analysis for the Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest Premier League match on January 3, 2026 includes win probabilities and picks for the biggest betting markets. Start your free 3-day trial of Dimers Pro for full access.
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Nottingham Forest
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Jan 3, 7:30 AM ET Villa Park
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Jan 3, 7:30 AM ET Villa Park
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Score Summary
Nottingham ForestNOF
O. Watkins (45')
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J. McGinn (49')
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J. McGinn (73')
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M. Gibbs-White (61')
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Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Aston Villa
    100.0%
  • Draw
    0.0%
  • Nottingham Forest
    0.0%
Win Probability
Match Timeline
90'
Substitution
Substitution for Aston Villa: A. Garcia replaces M. Cash
90'
Yellow Card
L. Bogarde (Aston Villa) cautioned
89'
Yellow Card
J. McAtee (Nottingham) cautioned
84'
Substitution
Substitution for Nottingham: Douglas Luiz replaces N. Dominguez
84'
Substitution
Substitution for Nottingham: A. Kalimuendo replaces Igor Jesus
83'
Substitution
Substitution for Aston Villa: L. Bogarde replaces J. McGinn
83'
Substitution
Substitution for Aston Villa: D. Malen replaces O. Watkins
78'
Substitution
Substitution for Nottingham: M. Sels replaces John Victor
73'
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Goal scored for Aston Villa by J. McGinn, assisted by Y. Tielemans
1-3
69'
Substitution
Substitution for Aston Villa: L. Digne replaces I. Maatsen
69'
Substitution
Substitution for Aston Villa: J. Sancho replaces E. Buendia
69'
Substitution
Substitution for Nottingham: N. Savona replaces O. Aina
69'
Substitution
Substitution for Nottingham: J. McAtee replaces D. Bakwa
64'
Yellow Card
D. Bakwa (Nottingham) cautioned
61'
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Goal scored for Nottingham by M. Gibbs-White, assisted by D. Bakwa
1-2
49'
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Goal scored for Aston Villa by J. McGinn, assisted by M. Cash
0-2
45'
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Goal scored for Aston Villa by O. Watkins, assisted by M. Rogers
0-1

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Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest: Match prediction & analysis

Match overview

  • Teams: Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest
  • Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
  • Time: 7:30 AM ET
  • Venue: Villa Park

Current betting odds

  • Moneyline: Aston Villa -110, Nottingham Forest +340, draw +260
  • Total (Over/Under): 2.5 goals (-114/-103)

Dimers' win & correct score probabilities

  • Aston Villa: 53.2%
  • Nottingham Forest: 22.4%
  • Draw: 24.4%

These probabilities are generated using Dimers' Premier League data model, which predicts the most likely outcomes for all major betting markets.

Most likely correct score: Aston Villa 1-0 Nottingham Forest (11.8%)

Correct score projections are based on expected scoring patterns. A team can have a higher chance of winning overall, even if the single most likely scoreline is a draw or narrow result.

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Who will win Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest? Prediction & correct score

Aston Villa is the most likely winner of this match with a win probability of 53.2%.

The most likely correct score is Aston Villa 1-0 Nottingham Forest.

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