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by Thobelani Moyo in Europa League Predictions
Seeking to return to the winning column, Nottingham Forest are set to host Midtjylland at City Ground on matchday two of the UEFA Europa League. The two sides with opposing runs of form meet for the first time. Who will come out on top? Read on for our match prediction.
After finishing seventh in the previous English Premier League season, Nottingham Forest was able to secure passage into this season's UEFA Europa League. It has been a dreadful showing from the host, who have underperformed in the current campaign, winning just one of their last eight matches.
Midtjylland are riding high on momentum in the 2025-26 campaign. The Danish powerhouse has suffered just one defeat in its last 18 matches across all competitions (W12, D5). Still, areas of concern remain when it comes to their record against English clubs. In the last eight meetings against teams from this category, they have won just three, drawn two, and lost three. Let's head into the key stats!
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The Best Betting Odds for Nottingham Forest v FC Midtjylland Match
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1.5 | 5 | 5.5 |
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1.5 | 4.5 | 6.5 |
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1.44 | 4.4 | 6 |
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1.5 | 4.5 | 5.5 |
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1.47 | 4.7 | 6.4 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Nottingham Forest and FC Midtjylland?
Our prediction for the Nottingham Forest vs FC Midtjylland match is: FC Midtjylland wins the match.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 02/10/2025 between Nottingham Forest and FC Midtjylland in Europa League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 25.64% for a win of Nottingham Forest against FC Midtjylland with odds of 1.51 at Stake.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Nottingham Forest vs FC Midtjylland is 24.79% with odds of 5 at Bet365.
- Our prediction model gives a 49.57% chance ⭐ for a win of FC Midtjylland vs Nottingham Forest with odds of 6.53 at 22bet.
Nottingham Forest vs FC Midtjylland Form
Nottingham Forest and FC Midtjylland's standings in the Europa League
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
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3
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3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
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15
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1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Nottingham Forest and FC Midtjylland Last Matches
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
27 Sep 2025 - Premier League
24 Sep 2025 - Europa League
20 Sep 2025 - Premier League
17 Sep 2025 - Carabao Cup
13 Sep 2025 - Premier League
31 Aug 2025 - Premier League
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
27 Sep 2025 - Premier League
31 Aug 2025 - Premier League
17 Aug 2025 - Premier League
9 Aug 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
5 Aug 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
30 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
24 Sep 2025 - Europa League
20 Sep 2025 - Premier League
17 Sep 2025 - Carabao Cup
13 Sep 2025 - Premier League
24 Aug 2025 - Premier League
2 Aug 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
29 Sep 2025 - Superliga
24 Sep 2025 - Europa League
20 Sep 2025 - Superliga
17 Sep 2025 - DBU Pokalen
14 Sep 2025 - Superliga
31 Aug 2025 - Superliga
6/6 (100%)
0/6 (0%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
29 Sep 2025 - Superliga
24 Sep 2025 - Europa League
20 Sep 2025 - Superliga
24 Aug 2025 - Superliga
21 Aug 2025 - Europa League
14 Aug 2025 - Europa League
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
17 Sep 2025 - DBU Pokalen
14 Sep 2025 - Superliga
31 Aug 2025 - Superliga
28 Aug 2025 - Europa League
17 Aug 2025 - Superliga
7 Aug 2025 - Europa League
Nottingham Forest - FC Midtjylland: Form Analysis
Nottingham Forest is going through a torrid 2025-26 campaign. After starting the season with a league win against Brentford on August 17, things took a turn for the worse. Since then, they have gone seven matches without a win.
This also saw the sacking of head coach Nuno Espirito Santo. The 51-year-old was the one who made sure the team returned to European football for the first time in 30 years.
In their most recent match, Forest suffered a narrow 1-0 home defeat against Sunderland. Before this, they were held to a thrilling 2-2 draw against Real Betis in the UEFA Europa League opener.
Nottingham Forest are winless in their last seven matches across all competitions.
Midtjylland began their UEFA Europa League phase campaign on a positive note. The Danish powerhouse snatched three points in a comfortable 2-0 home win against Austria's Sturm Graz.
Thanks to that win, this propelled them to third place in the 36-team table, and they are one of nine sides that have yet to concede a goal. After that outcome, the Boys of the Moor managed to defeat Randers FC 2-1 at home in the Danish Superliga. That result marked their fourth consecutive win.
Away from home, Mike Tullberg's charges have made life difficult for their opponents. They have suffered just one defeat in their last eight outings (W5, D2).
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Nottingham Forest vs FC Midtjylland last Lineups
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Formation : 4 - 3 - 1 - 2
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Nottingham Forest & FC Midtjylland Squad Analysis
Nottingham Forest have been relying on Chris Wood for goals this season. However, the 33-year-old, who claimed fourth place alongside Bryan Mbeumo as the top goalscorer in the Premier League, has failed to make ends meet this season.
He has two goals to his name this season and has yet to find the net in the UEFA Europa League. His contribution won't be needed here as he is expected to sit this one out on Thursday.
All eyes will be on Igor Jesus, who was impressive in his last outing against Real Betis in the UEFA Europa League opener. Jesus scored a brace in that match to bring his goal tally in this tournament to two. This makes him the joint-second top goalscorer.
Igor Jesus scored a brace in the UEFA Europa League opener against Real Betis.
Midtjylland have a prolific striker in Franculino. So far, he has been involved in 13 goal involvements for his team this season, scoring nine goals and providing four assists.
The 21-year-old Guinea-Bissau international provided the only assist in the opening game of the UEFA Europa League and is expected to shine here once more.
Another threat that could change the game is 23-year-old forward Aral Simsir, who has now dished out six assists and scored five goals in 17 appearances.
Most goals and assists
Nottingham Forest
FC Midtjylland
I. Jesus
(4 Goals)
M. Gibbs-White
(2 Assists)
A. Simsir
(4 Assists)
Nottingham Forest and FC Midtjylland Stats in Europa League
Nottingham Forest - FC Midtjylland Key Points
- Nottingham Forest are winless in their last seven matches across all competitions.
- Midtjylland are currently on a four-match winning streak across all competitions.
- Nottingham Forest are currently on a two-match losing streak when playing at home.
- Midtjylland have won five of their last six away matches across all competitions.
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Our Nottingham Forest vs FC Midtjylland Prediction
Bookmakers are predicting a win for Nottingham despite their struggles. The hosts have lost four of their last six matches and are winless in seven outings. This is not a side that can be trusted to step up to the plate.
Midtjylland, however, has been riding high on momentum and is determined to make it two wins in a row in the Europa League. Considering that they have won four consecutive matches heading into this clash, we expect them to secure a hard-fought win. Risky, but it's worth it at the end. Our Nottingham Forest vs Midtjylland prediction: FC Midtjylland wins the match.
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