Brighton vs. Nottingham Forest: Predictions, Odds & Top Picks for March 1
Brighton & Hove Albion is set to take on Nottingham Forest in a Premier League clash on March 1, 2026. Brighton comes into the match fresh off a victory against Brentford FC, while Nottingham Forest recently suffered a loss to Liverpool FC.
Match Overview
The game will be held at the American Express Community Stadium in Brighton, England, starting at 9 a.m. ET. This confrontation will see Brighton aim to build on recent success against a Nottingham side struggling for form.
Current Form and Standings
- Brighton: 36 goals scored, 34 goals conceded, sitting 13th in the Premier League.
- Nottingham Forest: 25 goals scored, 39 goals conceded, ranked 19th in the league.
Brighton has outperformed Nottingham in terms of goal differential. With a goal differential of +2, they are eighth in the league, while Nottingham Forest stands at -14, placing them 17th.
Recent Performances
Brighton secured a 2-0 win over Brentford on February 21, with Diego Gomez and Danny Welbeck scoring. Despite having fewer shots (11) than Brentford (14), Brighton managed to convert their chances effectively.
Conversely, Nottingham Forest faced a 1-0 defeat at home to Liverpool on February 22, despite outshooting Liverpool 18 to 10. Elliot Anderson was the standout player for Forest, taking two shots in that match.
Betting Information
According to betting odds updated as of February 28, 2026:
- Moneyline Favorite: Brighton +105
- Moneyline Underdog: Nottingham Forest +258
- Total Goals: Over 2.5 -123, Under 2.5 -103
Predictions
Brighton comes into the match as favorites, with a 48.8% chance of winning, while Nottingham Forest has a 27.9% probability based on the moneyline.
The anticipated score prediction is Brighton 2, Nottingham Forest 1.
Key Players to Watch
Brighton’s key players include Diego Gomez and Danny Welbeck, who were instrumental in their recent victory. For Nottingham Forest, Elliot Anderson will be crucial as they seek to regain form.
Stay tuned to Filmogaz.com for further updates and insights as the season progresses.
