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>Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest Predictions, Picks & Odds – 11/10/2026
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Crystal Palace sit fifteenth after a difficult run of four defeats in their last five league outings, with only a draw at Leeds United offering any respite. Pierre Sage's side have been winless in five home matches and have conceded in each of their last four at Selhurst Park, their most recent clean sheet there dating back to late April. The return of goalkeeper Dean Henderson after the international break would be a welcome boost, though Jean-Philippe Mateta's availability remains uncertain.
Nottingham Forest travel to south London in thirteenth, unbeaten on the road this season with impressive results at Liverpool and Aston Villa. Oliver Glasner returns to his former club following a disappointing home defeat to Coventry, but Forest's away record tells a different story: twelve consecutive matches with at least one goal scored. Defender Nikola Milenković is expected to be available after recovering from a hamstring problem, though full-back Nicolò Savona remains sidelined with a knee injury sustained in January.
The draw or away double chance stands out as the strongest selection here. Crystal Palace have never beaten Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, failing to win in twelve meetings across the competition. That record alone is striking, but Palace's current home form reinforces the case; they are winless in five at Selhurst Park and have conceded in each of their last four fixtures on home soil.
Forest's away credentials deserve particular attention. Nuno Espírito Santo's side remain unbeaten on the road this season, collecting results at Liverpool and Aston Villa, while scoring in twelve consecutive away matches. With Nikola Milenković expected to return to the squad, their defensive options improve at a ground where Palace have looked vulnerable. The away win at 2.45 carries genuine appeal given these travelling numbers.
Backing both teams to score at 1.69 also looks well supported. Palace have shipped goals in every recent home fixture, yet Forest's prolific away scoring streak suggests neither side will keep a clean sheet. Three of the last four head-to-head encounters produced goals at both ends. Combined with the double chance selection, these picks reflect where the data points most convincingly.
Trends to Know about Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest
- Palace winless in twelve meetings with Forest
- Forest scored in twelve consecutive away fixtures
- Palace conceded in last four home matches
Form & Statistics: Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest
Crystal Palace
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Nottingham Forest
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Lineups: Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest
Crystal Palace
Starters
- 1 Walter Benítez
- 2 Óscar Mingueza
- 3 Chris Richards
- 4 Jaydee Canvot
- 5 Quinten Timber
- 6 Adam Wharton
- 7 Tyrick Mitchell
- 8 Daichi Kamada
- 9 Yéremy Pino
- 10 Jørgen Strand Larsen
Absent
- Jean-Philippe Mateta (injury)
- Anan Khalaili (injury)
- Ismaïla Sarr (injury)
- Chadi Riad (injury)
- Axel Disasi (Suspension (red card))
- Dean Henderson (Foot/Ankle injury)
Nottingham Forest
Starters
- 1 Matz Sels
- 2 Ousmane Diomande
- 3 Nikola Milenković
- 4 Murillo
- 5 Daniel Muñoz
- 6 Xaver Schlager
- 7 James McAtee
- 8 Neco Williams
- 9 Morgan Gibbs-White
- 10 Dan Ndoye
- 11 Liam Delap
Absent
- Willy Boly (injury)
- Nicolò Savona (Knee injury (sidelined since January, slow recovery))
Low confidence
A mirror image of formations sets the stage here, with both sides lining up in a 3-4-2-1, though Forest's shape carries greater certainty than Palace's, where a speculated XI leaves room for late changes. Jørgen Strand Larsen leads the Palace attack, supported by the creativity of Daichi Kamada and Yéremy Pino in the two behind him.
For the visitors, Liam Delap spearheads Forest's forward line, with Morgan Gibbs-White and Dan Ndoye providing the support play that has made Nuno's side so dangerous on the break this season. Palace's probable inclusion of Khalaili, despite his doubtful status, is the one variable worth monitoring before kickoff.
Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest Match?
What time is Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest?
Crystal Palace host Nottingham Forest at Selhurst Park on Saturday 11 October 2026, with kickoff set for 14:00 BST.
Where is Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest being played?
This fixture takes place at Selhurst Park, Crystal Palace's home ground in south London.
How Can I Watch Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest on TV and Live Stream?
This match will be available to watch via Sky Sports in the United Kingdom.