Man City vs. Nottingham Forest: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Manchester City are aiming for a seventh consecutive win across all competitions as they host Nottingham Forest at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday. The Premier League leaders remain at the top of the table after securing a crucial away victory at Leeds United, while Arsenal’s 2–1 win over Chelsea kept them ahead by five points. Despite doubts about City’s ability to sustain a winning streak this season, they have shown resilience in high-pressure matches, setting up a key encounter against a Forest side in turmoil. Nottingham Forest, managed by Vitor Pereira since replacing Sean Dyche, have struggled domestically despite reaching the Europa League round of 16. Their recent back-to-back defeats have left them in a precarious position, just above the relegation zone, with West Ham United only two points worse off in the final stretch of the season. Forest’s reliance on their remaining home games could be critical, as Wednesday’s match offers them a chance to recover momentum. However, City’s dominance in recent fixtures suggests they are unlikely to falter against an opponent destined for the drop. The match is expected to be a test of City’s consistency, with their ability to maintain composure under pressure a key factor. Guardiola’s side has faced challenges this season, including the absence of Erling Haaland, who missed a recent game but is reportedly recovering. The striker’s inclusion in the lineup remains uncertain, though Antoine Semenyo’s goal against Leeds provided a boost. Other potential starters include Phil Foden, who may return if Nico O’Reilly is unavailable due to an ankle injury. Meanwhile, City’s defense remains solid, with key players like Joško Gvardiol and Mateo Kovačić still sidelined.#manchester_city #etihad_stadium #vitor_pereira #nottingham_forest #sean_dyche
