Newcastle United eye win as Eddie Howe celebrates three-year anniversary.

2024-11-04

As Nottingham Forest aim for a fourth consecutive win with the inspired Chris Wood leading the charge, they host a Newcastle United side intent on extending their unbeaten away streak at City Ground during Eddie Howe's managerial anniversary celebration.

Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest [LDWWW] secured three consecutive wins with a commanding 3-0 victory over a ten-man West Ham last weekend. Chris Wood [27’], who has been in scintillating form, scored the opener.

In the second half, the Tricky Trees netted twice more. This impressive win propelled Nottingham into 3rd place, marking their biggest Premier League victory since August 1996 when they beat Coventry City 3-0.

Despite their form, Nottingham Forest have only won one of their 12 Premier League encounters against Newcastle [1W, 3D, 8L]. The home side sits with 19 points [5W, 4D, 1L] aiming for a fourth consecutive win.

Nuno Espirito is set to return to the dugout, likely sticking with last weekend’s 4—2—3—1 formation, featuring the in-form Chris Wood up front. The 32-year-old striker has scored 8 goals in 10 league appearances this season.

Adding to their momentum, Chris Wood was awarded 'Premier League Player of the Month,' and Nuno Espirito was named 'Manager of the Month.' Meanwhile, James Ward-Prowse, who missed the last game due to ineligibility, is available for selection again.

Newcastle United

A narrow 1-0 win over Arsenal helped Newcastle United end a two-game losing run, following defeats to Brighton and Chelsea. This victory marked their only win in five Premier League games, sparking hope for the Magpies that it will turn their fortunes around after a slow season start.

Newcastle sits in 11th place with 15 points and are eager to extend their impressive away record against Nottingham Forest. They have never lost an away Premier League game against Forest, recording three wins and three draws.

Eddie Howe, celebrating his three-year anniversary at the club, expressed his satisfaction in a pre-match press conference. "It feels good to still be here," he said, acknowledging the unpredictability of football management. He also praised the opposition's manager, stating, "They are having a great season, and Nuno deserves credit for the job he has done."

Isak, who scored the game’s only goal against Arsenal, is expected to maintain his position in the attack. Howe is likely to deploy the familiar 4-3-3 formation once again.