The Premier League heats up this weekend as Nottingham Forest host Everton at the City Ground on Saturday, April 12, 2025. With both sides fighting for vastly different objectives, it’s a must-watch clash for fans of English football. Whether you’re rooting for Forest’s Champions League dreams or Everton’s gritty survival push, here’s how you can watch the game live and what to expect on match day.
⚽ Match Preview: High Stakes at the City Ground
Nottingham Forest: Champions League in Sight
Sitting third in the Premier League table with 57 points, Nottingham Forest are well-positioned in the top-four race. Manager Nuno Espírito Santo is targeting a return to the UEFA Champions League, and despite last week’s narrow 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa, Forest remain four points clear of Chelsea and Newcastle.
Forest will be without striker Chris Wood (hip), while Taiwo Awoniyi and Anthony Elanga are doubtful. This could open the door for Callum Hudson-Odoi, who has already netted five goals this season, to lead the attack.
Key Player to Watch:
🔴 Callum Hudson-Odoi – Can he step up in the absence of key forwards?
Predicted Forest Lineup (4-2-2-2):
Sels; Williams, Milenković, Murillo, Moreno; Danilo, Yates; Anderson, Domínguez; Hudson-Odoi, Gibbs-White
Everton: Unbeaten but Struggling for Wins
Everton have been unpredictable in recent weeks — unbeaten in their last six games, but drawing five of them. Currently 15th in the table, they’ve created distance from the relegation zone but need more wins to climb further.
David Moyes is missing several key players including Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Jesper Lindstrøm, and Orel Mangala, while Vitalii Mykolenko is questionable. On the positive side, Dwight McNeil and Iliman Ndiaye have recently returned to the squad.
Key Player to Watch:
🔵 Beto – The striker has gone five games without a goal. Can he break the drought at the City Ground?
🏆 Head-to-Head: Forest vs Everton
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Total Matches Played: 133
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Last Meeting: Forest won 2-0 at Goodison Park in December
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Historic Fact: Forest are chasing their first league double over Everton since the 1994/95 season, but Everton are unbeaten in their last four visits to the City Ground.
🔮 Prediction: Nottingham Forest vs Everton
With injuries plaguing both teams and Champions League pressure mounting, this match could be tight. However, Forest’s home form and attacking depth may give them the edge.
Prediction:
Nottingham Forest 2-0 Everton
Expect Forest to solidify their top-four push with a crucial win on home turf.
📌 Matchday FAQs
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When is Nottingham Forest vs Everton?
Saturday, April 12, 2025 -
Kick-off Time:
10:00 AM EDT / 3:00 PM BST / 7:00 AM PDT -
TV & Streaming Options:
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USA: USA Network, NBC.com
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Canada: Fubo Sports Network Canada, fuboTV
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UK: Sky Sports (check listings)
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📺 How to Watch Nottingham Forest vs Everton – Live Stream & TV Info
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Kick-off Time:
🕒 10:00 AM ET / 3:00 PM BST / 7:00 AM PT -
Venue:
City Ground, Nottingham, England -
TV Channel (USA):
USA Network -
Streaming (USA):
NBC.com
Live Streaming Worldwide
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Canada: Fubo Sports Network Canada (TV), fuboTV Canada (streaming)
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UK: Sky Sports Premier League (check local listings)
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Online Coverage: Live updates and commentary available via NBC Sports and Premier League Live Blog