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Predicted Score

Last update of insights: 08 May 2026

Nottingham
Nottingham
Final result
0 – 5
CoachAI prediction
1 – 1
✗ Outcome incorrect
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Match Insight

This is a clash of motivations: Forest is fighting for Premier League survival (16th, 5 points clear) while balancing a historic Europa League run. Sunderland (11th) is safe and aiming for a top-half finish. The weather in Sunderland is expected to be clear and mild (5-15°C), which favors Forest’s high-speed transitions. Referee Darren England is known for being relatively lenient, which may allow Forest’s physical double-pivot (Sangare/Anderson) to disrupt Sunderland’s creative flow.

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Match Scenario's

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25%
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Scenario Explanation

Scenario 1: A hard-fought draw (1-1 or 2-2) as both teams cancel each other out (45%). Scenario 2: Sunderland edges a narrow win (1-0 or 2-1) by exploiting Forest’s makeshift defense and tired legs (30%). Scenario 3: Forest's momentum carries them to a smash-and-grab away win (0-1 or 1-2) (25%).

Projected xG by CoachAI

1.22

Home xG

1.34

Away xG

Upset Chance

Medium

Risk of unexpected result

Sunderland FORM

3 W · 0 D · 2 L
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19/4 Aston Villa FC 4-3 Sunderland AFC L 1.21
12/4 Sunderland AFC 1-0 Tottenham Hotspur FC W 1.32
22/3 Newcastle United FC 1-2 Sunderland AFC W 1.15
14/3 Sunderland AFC 0-1 Brighton & Hove Albion FC L 1.25
3/3 Leeds United FC 0-1 Sunderland AFC W 1.05

Nottingham FORM

2 W · 3 D · 0 L
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19/4 Nottingham Forest FC 4-1 Burnley FC W 1.78
12/4 Nottingham Forest FC 1-1 Aston Villa FC D 1.35
22/3 Tottenham Hotspur FC 0-3 Nottingham Forest FC W 1.42
15/3 Nottingham Forest FC 0-0 Fulham FC D 1.22
4/3 Manchester City FC 2-2 Nottingham Forest FC D 0.82
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Key Factors

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Nottingham Forest enters on a 7-match unbeaten streak and recently qualified for the Europa League semi-finals, showing elite momentum despite their league position.

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Major defensive concerns for Forest as key center-back Murillo is ruled out, joining Boly and Savona on the sidelines, which weakens their low-block stability.

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Sunderland's xG efficiency has been consistent, but their recent 4-3 loss to Villa exposed defensive lapses that Forest's counter-attacking style (Gibbs-White) can exploit.

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Injuries & Absentees

Forest faces a defensive crisis with Murillo (hamstring), Willy Boly (knee), and Nicolo Savona (knee) all out. Callum Hudson-Odoi is also sidelined for the season. Sunderland is missing several depth players including Simon Moore, Romaine Mundle, and Bertrand Traore, while key defender Omar Alderete is a major doubt, though Dan Ballard has returned to the squad.

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Frequently Asked Questions about this prediction

What is the Coach AI prediction for Sunderland vs Nottingham?

Coach AI predicts a score of 1-1 with a win probability of 37% for Sunderland, 28% draw and 35% for Nottingham.

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