Football Result
Yoane Wissa 70'
Verification of the Result Prediction
Power Comparison in the League
Game Stats
Team Formations
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
H2H Record before the game
Nottingham Forest
Draws
Brentford
In an English Premier League match held on May 1, 2025, Brentford defeated Nottingham Forest 2-0 at The City Ground. The AI pre-game prediction favored Nottingham Forest to win, which proved inaccurate. Despite having more possession (54.6%) and a greater number of total shots (14) compared to Brentford (11), Nottingham Forest failed to convert their opportunities. Brentford, with 45.4% possession, were more clinical in front of goal.
Kevin Schade opened the scoring for Brentford just before halftime in the 44th minute. Yoane Wissa then sealed the victory with a goal in the 70th minute. Nottingham Forest accumulated three yellow cards, while Brentford picked up five, reflecting a physical contest. The goalkeepers had differing workloads, with Brentford's keeper making five saves compared to Nottingham Forest's single save.
Analyzing the teams' recent form, Nottingham Forest have struggled with consistency, losing three of their last five matches, including a recent FA Cup defeat to Manchester City. Their upcoming match against Crystal Palace, who have been inconsistent as well, will be a test of their resilience. Brentford, on the other hand, have shown signs of improvement, securing two wins and two draws in their last five Premier League games. Their next fixture is against Manchester United, a team currently facing challenges.
Looking at the head-to-head record, Brentford had lost the most recent game against Nottingham Forest but won two of the previous five encounters. For Nottingham Forest, this loss breaks a positive trend in head-to-head matches, where they had been unbeaten in the previous two meetings with Brentford. This result highlights Brentford's improved efficiency in converting chances compared to Nottingham Forest's struggles in the final third. The game underscores the unpredictable nature of the English Premier League, where possession and shot count do not always translate to victory.