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Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest prediction, odds, Premier League picks [1/3/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest predictions for Premier League Saturday.
Aston Villa will face Nottingham Forest in Premier League action at Villa Park on Saturday, beginning at 7:30 AM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced Premier League model projects Aston Villa as the most likely winner of the Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest game.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest prediction: Who will win?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's Premier League match between Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest 10,000 times as part of our Premier League predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently suggests a 55.5% chance of Aston Villa winning, a 21.0% chance for Nottingham Forest, and a 23.5% chance of a draw.
Additionally, the 2.5-goal over/under has a 51% chance of going over, according to our model.
Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest odds
We have researched the best Premier League odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
Moneyline
| Aston Villa | Nottingham Forest | Draw |
|---|---|---|
| -130 | +350 | +280 |
Total Goals
| Over 2.5 | Under 2.5 |
|---|---|
| -120 | -102 |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Aston Villa | -130 |
| Total Goals | Under 2.5 | -102 |
According to our Premier League best bets, the top play to make on this game is Aston Villa to win.
Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest: Correct score and BTTS predictions
Here are the top three most likely final scoresaccording to our model, with a 1-0 Aston Villa win being the most probable:
| Final Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| AVL 1-0 NFO | 11.4% |
| AVL 1-1 NFO | 11.2% |
| AVL 2-0 NFO | 10% |
When it comes to the both teams to score (BTTS) market, we project a 51.5% chance of the yes hitting, and a 48.5% probability of at least one team keeping a clean sheet.
These predictions are based on each team's average score after 10,000 simulations.
Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's Premier League matchup between Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest at Villa Park is scheduled to begin in the United States at 7:30 AM ET.
- Who: Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest
- Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
- Time: 7:30 AM ET/4:30AM PT
- Venue: Villa Park
Conclusion
According to our computer model, Aston Villa has a 55.5% win probability on Saturday, Nottingham Forest has a 21.0% win probability, and there is a 23.5% chance that the game will end in a draw.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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