Premier League: Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest Odds, Preview, and Picks (Apr 5)

Two of the direct rivals for European qualification in the Premier League will collide this weekend. Aston Villa sit seventh in the standings, while Nottingham Forest could be just weeks away from securing a memorable finish in the Champions League positions.

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How To Watch

• When: Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 12:30 PM ET
• Where: Villa Park, Birmingham, England
• How To Watch: NBC/ Fubo TV

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Odds

Match Result	Odds
Aston Villa	+100
Draw	+250
Nottingham Forest	+260

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Event Preview

The Champions League battle in the Premier League could take shape this weekend, with two direct rivals colliding at Villa Park. Aston Villa arrive into this weekend in excellent recent form after winning each of their last two in the league.

Their most recent win over Brighton saw them close the gap to three points on the Champions League spots. Therefore, they could climb into the top five this weekend.

Nottingham Forest have been one of the stories of the season in the Premier League. The Tricky Trees sit third in the standings, and they appear on course to achieve an unlikely finish in the Champions League spots after winning their last three.

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The head-to-head advantage is with the home side, as Villa have gone eight without defeat against Nottingham Forest at Villa Park. They have scored at least two goals in each of the last seven meetings between the teams at Villa Park.

However, Nottingham Forest recorded a 2-1 home win over the Villa earlier this season. Therefore, they could complete a first double over their rivals since the 1984-85 season.

Villa’s home record is worth noting, as they have avoided defeat in their last 14. Over that period, they have recorded seven wins. Meanwhile, they have also avoided defeat in each of their last seven matches at home when they have conceded the first goal.

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Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest Picks

This should be a high-quality showdown in the West Midlands on Saturday. Forest have won ten of their last 17 on the road, while Villa have been reliable in home matches since a defeat against Arsenal earlier in the campaign. With little to separate these teams, a strong chance should be given to the draw.

Free Pick:

• The Draw