Burnley vs Nottingham Forest — Premier League Preview
Date: Saturday, 20 September 2025
Venue: Turf Moor, Burnley
Current Context & Form
- Burnley have had a frustrating few games. They suffered narrow late defeats in recent matches (vs. Manchester United and Liverpool), showing fight but also some lapses in concentration.
- Nottingham Forest are also struggling a bit. They’re looking for consistency under Ange Postecoglou after some heavy losses and mixed results.
Team News & Absences
Burnley
- Zeki Amdouni is out with a cruciate ligament injury.
- Connor Roberts is also unavailable due to a knee injury.
- Louis Jordan Beyer is injured.
Nottingham Forest
- Ola Aina is sidelined with a hamstring injury picked up on international duty; expected to remain out for several months.
- Nicolas Dominguez is also unavailable.
Playing Style & Tactical Notes
- Burnley under Scott Parker have shown they can defend well but are vulnerable to fast attacks and late game pressure. They’ll likely try to control midfield and slow the game at times.
- Forest under Postecoglou tends to emphasize pressing, attacking transitions, and trying to get forward quickly when they win possession. Without Aina, their defensive stability on the right will be tested.
Key Players to Watch
- Burnley:
- Jaidon Anthony – has been one of their more consistent attacking outlets.
- Lyle Foster – will likely lead the attack and try to take his chances.
- Nottingham Forest:
- Chris Wood – expectation is high for him to score or be involved in key plays.
- Morgan Gibbs-White – creative spark, may be vital in unlocking Burnley’s defense.
Prediction
Given Burnley’s home advantage and Forest’s injury issues, Burnley have a slight edge. However, Forest are capable of exploiting lapses with their forwards.
Likely Scoreline: Burnley 1-1 Nottingham Forest
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