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by Kennedy Kechula in Europa League Predictions
FC Porto will travel to London with an unbeaten run to defend as they face their hosts, Nottingham Forest. This Europa League encounter will be a round three match that has Porto on a perfect run so far, while Forest has a point from a possible six. Can Nottingham rise to the occasion and be the first to beat Porto this season? Let’s find out in our preview and match prediction.
The hosts epitomize instability, having now had three managers this season. Sean Dyche has been appointed after the abrupt sacking of Ange Postecoglou. The task at hand is enormous, but Dyche is a performer.
Porto will not relate to such problems; they have a well-balanced squad and a manager who understands his players. As they are targeting an 11th win in 12 matches, Porto are clearly the favorites here. They have an almost flawless run coming into this game, as our preview will note.
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The Best Betting Odds for Nottingham Forest v Porto Match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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2.63 | 3.2 | 2.75 |
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2.63 | 3.1 | 2.88 |
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2.5 | 3.1 | 2.8 |
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2.7 | 3 | 2.7 |
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2.6 | 3.15 | 2.85 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Nottingham Forest and Porto?
Our prediction for the Nottingham Forest vs Porto match is: more than 2.5 goals.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 23/10/2025 between Nottingham Forest and Porto in Europa League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 14.02% for a win of Nottingham Forest against Porto with odds of 2.7 at Betway.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Nottingham Forest vs Porto is 17.89% with odds of 3.25 at Bwin.
- Our prediction model gives a 68.09% chance ⭐ for a win of Porto vs Nottingham Forest with odds of 2.88 at Betfred.
Nottingham Forest - Porto Prediction and Best Odds:
| Nottingham Forest Porto Prediction | Probability | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Porto wins | 68.09% | 2.88 at Betfred |
| Over 2.5 goals | 59.31% | 2.23 at Unibet |
| Both Team To Score | 28.57% | 1.91 at Bet365 |
| Half-time: Draw / Full-time: Porto | 30.56% | 6.5 at Betfair |
Nottingham Forest vs Porto Form
Nottingham Forest and Porto's standings in the Europa League
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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6
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6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
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25
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1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 |
Nottingham Forest and Porto Last Matches
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
18 Oct 2025 - Premier League
5 Oct 2025 - Premier League
2 Oct 2025 - Europa League
27 Sept 2025 - Premier League
24 Sept 2025 - Europa League
20 Sept 2025 - Premier League
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
18 Oct 2025 - Premier League
2 Oct 2025 - Europa League
27 Sept 2025 - Premier League
31 Aug 2025 - Premier League
17 Aug 2025 - Premier League
9 Aug 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
5 Oct 2025 - Premier League
24 Sept 2025 - Europa League
20 Sept 2025 - Premier League
17 Sept 2025 - Carabao Cup
13 Sept 2025 - Premier League
24 Aug 2025 - Premier League
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
18 Oct 2025 - Taca de Portugal
5 Oct 2025 - Liga Portugal
2 Oct 2025 - Europa League
29 Sept 2025 - Liga Portugal
25 Sept 2025 - Europa League
19 Sept 2025 - Liga Portugal
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
5 Oct 2025 - Liga Portugal
2 Oct 2025 - Europa League
13 Sept 2025 - Liga Portugal
24 Aug 2025 - Liga Portugal
11 Aug 2025 - Liga Portugal
3 Aug 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
6/6 (100%)
0/6 (0%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
18 Oct 2025 - Taca de Portugal
29 Sept 2025 - Liga Portugal
25 Sept 2025 - Europa League
19 Sept 2025 - Liga Portugal
30 Aug 2025 - Liga Portugal
18 Aug 2025 - Liga Portugal
Nottingham Forest - Porto: Form Analysis
These two sides are operating from very different extremes. Hosts of the day, Nottingham Forest, are desperately trying to get a winning formula.
So far the team has managed just one win in the season, and that came in the opening weekend of the season. The current winless run of 10 matches has cost two managers their jobs.
A set of demanding fans means Dyche will have no time to settle in. Failure to score in three of the last four matches makes sharpening the attack an urgent requirement.
The former Everton manager takes over with the team on four straight defeats.
In their last two home games, Nottingham Forest conceded six goals!
FC Porto had a small blip in their chase for the Portuguese title in the 0-0 draw with Benfica. They returned to business as usual in a 4-0 win at Celoricense in the Portuguese Cup, and all focus shifts to the Europa League.
In the first two matches, Port posted two wins: at Salzburg (1-0) and then at home against Red Star Belgrade (2-1). In their 11 matches thus far, Porto have kept nine clean sheets and will be keen on extending the same against an opponent that is struggling.
While Nottingham have conceded heavily in their recent home matches, Porto come here having scored 16 in their six away matches this season.
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Nottingham Forest vs Porto last Lineups
Formation : 5 - 3 - 2
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Missing players
O. Aina
Nottingham Forest & Porto Squad Analysis
This seems like a match Nottingham will want to seriously work defensively. They are facing one of the best teams in Europe at a very bad time.
In their last outing, the hosts used a five-man backline but still conceded three times. Matz Sels will be the busiest man on the pitch. He has this season faced 52 shots and conceded 20 goals.
Still, he remains impressive in his saves, at 65%. The Belgian hasn’t had many errors and will be hoping his defence helps him out more.
Kiwior and Zinchenko will be reunited here, having played together at Arsenal.
Porto is a star-studded team at this level. The Portuguese giants are expected to maintain their 4-3-3 shape with Samu Aghehowa leading the attack.
Among the 10 outfield players named in the last lineup, only three hadn’t had a goal contribution. Aghehowa has eight goals this season but is still searching for his first in the Europa League this season.
However, with creators all around him, it is just a matter of time for the Spaniard. Right-back Alberto Costa leads on that. He has five assists so far in the season, the highest on the team.
Most goals and assists
Nottingham Forest
Porto
Igor Jesus
(4 Goals)
S. Aghehowa
(5 Goals)
M. Gibbs-White
(3 Assists)
A. Costa
(4 Assists)
Nottingham Forest and Porto Stats in Europa League
Nottingham Forest - Porto Key Points
- FC Porto scored 16 goals in their six away matches this season.
- Away from home this season, Porto has conceded one goal.
- Nottingham Forest conceded three goals three times in four home matches.
- Seven of Nottingham’s 11 matches this season had over 2.5 goals.
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Our Nottingham Forest vs Porto Prediction
Porto and Nottingham Forest have had quite contrasting seasons, and the main feature in that has been the goals. Porto have been free-scoring, while Nottingham Forest are struggling on that front. Nottingham are actually doing badly on both ends of the pitch.
Coming here, Porto have a 16-1 aggregate in their six away matches, and in this form, they are likely to punish Nottingham. The hosts have been conceding a lot, and our prediction for Nottingham Forest v FC Porto is for the match to have more than 2.5 goals.
Nottingham Forest vs Porto - Other Interesting Predictions
Porto to win
FC Porto are clearly the superior side here. They are unbeaten in their last 11 matches, only stopped from winning once in that period. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest has managed one win only this season. That came on day one, and they are carrying into this game a run of 10 winless outings. It will take a lot to claim three points here; that’s why our second prediction is for Porto to win.
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Nottingham Forest vs Porto match : Frequently asked questions
The Nottingham Forest v FC Porto match will be played at the City Ground in London.
The Nottingham Forest v FC Porto match will be aired live on TNT Sports for UK audiences. Sport TV and DAZN will air the match for Portuguese audiences. On Sportytrader’s Europa League livescores portal, you can alsoget the match updates.
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