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Our EPL prediction is a 1–1 draw at Selhurst Park, where the hosts’ press meets a stubborn visitor. Palace arrive after a 0–0 draw at Leeds United, while Forest, 13th in the table, lost 1–0 to Coventry City. Pierre Sage’s aggressive pressing meets Oliver Glasner’s well-drilled 3-4-2-1, so goals could be hard to come by. Both teams are desperate for points to ease the early-season doubts.
| Match Detail | Information |
| Match | Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest |
| Venue | Selhurst Park |
| Date | October 11, 2026 |
| Time | BDT 7:00 PM / INR 6:30 PM |
| Broadcast & Live Streaming | Click here to watch the Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest live on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
Palace face a lengthy absentee list. Dean Henderson is out with a foot injury until late October 2026, and Jean-Philippe Mateta’s hamstring problem lasts a similar time. Axel Disasi is suspended until October 17, 2026, Chadi Riad is out until late June 2027, and Anan Khalaili is a thigh doubt.
Nottingham Forest are also hit by absences. Nicolò Savona and Nikola Milenković are both recovering from knee injuries and are expected back in late October 2026. Igor Jesus is sidelined with a calf issue and is expected to be unavailable for the same stretch. No doubtful players were listed, so the visitors know who is unavailable.
| Matches Played | 71 |
| Crystal Palace Won | 16 |
| Nottingham Forest Won | 30 |
| Tied | 25 |
| First-ever Fixture | August 27, 1921 |
| Most-recent Fixture | February 1, 2026 |
Palace’s league form is a rollercoaster: a 4–1 loss to Manchester City, a 3–2 win over Fulham, a 3–2 defeat at Ipswich Town, then a 0–0 draw at Leeds United. A 4–0 Europa League win over Lech Poznań shows their ceiling. The aggressive high press creates chances but leaves dangerous space behind. Eddie Nketiah and Ismaïla Sarr lead the line, Adam Wharton steadies midfield, and Chris Richards anchors the defence.
Forest sit 13th after five games, a record that reflects a solid defence but blunt finishing. They drew 2–2 at Liverpool, won 2–1 at Aston Villa, drew 0–0 with Tottenham and lost 1–0 to Coventry City. They rank top three for tackles and fouls yet still underperform their expected goals. Morgan Gibbs-White drives creativity, Chris Wood leads the attack, Ryan Yates supplies the graft, and Murillo organises the back line.
Pino is the kind of forward who drifts inside from wide areas, receives between the lines and attacks space quickly. In Sage’s system he is a key outlet once the ball is won back, and his movement off the ball could pull Forest’s wing-back out of shape. Expect plenty of sharp diagonal runs and some theatrical frustration.
Muñoz offers Forest width, stamina and defensive discipline, and Glasner relies on him to shuttle up and down the flank. If he keeps Pino pinned back, Palace lose their most dangerous outlet on the break. If Pino escapes, the visitors’ structure creaks. Either way, this flank could quietly decide whether either side actually scores.
Strand Larsen gives Palace a physical focal point who holds the ball, wins aerial duels and brings runners into play. With the press creating mistakes, he is often the first outlet for quick, direct passes forward. Sceptics will ask whether quality service will arrive, but his presence alone occupies Forest’s centre-backs.
Diomande is a strong, athletic defender tasked with handling that physical battle within Forest’s back three. He needs to win the first contact, step out cleanly and rely on Murillo for cover. If he comes out on top in most of those duels, Palace lose their main focal point in attack, and a good deal of frustration is likely to follow.
Pierre Sage’s team is expected to line up in a flexible 3-4-2-1, pressing high and looking to win the ball back in the middle third. Expect fast, vertical football throughout. Wing-backs provide width while Pino and Kamada drift inside behind Strand Larsen. The risk is obvious: a high defensive line invites counters, and if Forest escape the press, Palace’s back three could be stretched across the pitch.
Oliver Glasner’s team will stay compact in a 3-4-2-1 or 3-4-3, trading territory for structure. Expect patience, physicality and quick bursts. Their plan is to win individual duels, transition quickly and use Gibbs-White between the lines to create overloads. A tendency to foul could give Palace set-piece chances, but if the visitors get through the early pressure, Ndoye and Delap are capable of hurting them in the space behind.
Crystal Palace XI:
Benítez (GK), Richards, Mingueza, Canvot, Osorio, Timber, Wharton, Mitchell, Kamada, Pino, Strand Larsen
Nottingham Forest XI:
Sels (GK), Murillo, Diomande, Cunha, Williams, McAtee, Schlager, Muñoz, Gibbs-White, Ndoye, Delap
Today’s match prediction leans towards a draw. Palace’s press should dominate territory, but Forest’s compact structure and quick transitions can blunt it. Injury concerns on both sides suggest a tight contest with little separating the teams. A single set-piece or counter could decide it, though a shared point looks the most sensible outcome.
Crystal Palace 1–1 Nottingham Forest: Pino’s creativity and Strand Larsen’s physical presence should give the hosts a goal, while Gibbs-White’s link play and Ndoye’s pace provide the visitors a reply.
A 1-1 draw looks the likeliest outcome, with Palace’s pressing game neutralised by Forest’s organisation. Set-pieces could still swing it either way. Do you see Sage’s Eagles finding a winner, or will Glasner’s side steal a point? Follow us for updates, stats and post-match analysis, and check back for more football match prediction coverage.
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What time does Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest kick off in Bangladesh?
Kick-off is at 7:00 PM BDT on October 11.
Where can I watch Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest live online?
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Who are Nottingham Forest’s key attacking players for this match?
Morgan Gibbs-White, Callum Hudson-Odoi, Chris Wood, Arnaud Kalimuendo and Dan Ndoye lead the visitors’ attack.
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