Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United are aiming to extend their winning run against Nottingham Forest, who are hoping to turn their disappointing start around under third boss Sean Dyche
Manchester United take on Nottingham Forest at the City Ground, with Ruben Amorim’s side looking for their fourth consecutive win(Image: Getty Images)
Manchester United travel to the City Ground in high spirits after securing three consecutive victories under Ruben Amorim – a first in the Portuguese manager’s tenure. Saturday marks Amorim’s one-year anniversary at Old Trafford and he’ll be eager to celebrate the occasion by guiding United to a fourth straight win – something the club hasn’t achieved in nearly two years.
Nottingham Forest, by contrast, are in search of stability after a turbulent start to the season. Sean Dyche is already the club’s third manager of the campaign, having replaced Ange Postecoglou last month – just 39 days after Postecoglou himself succeeded Nuno Espirito Santo.
An emphatic 2-0 Europa League win over Porto last week suggested the tide could be turning, but Forest were brought back down to earth a few days later by Bournemouth, who beat them by the same scoreline. Three points against United would certainly be a mood-lifter, but that’ll be easier said than done.
The visitors arrive in fine form, buoyed by victories over Sunderland, Liverpool and Brighton in the past month. Amorim’s side are beginning to look far more cohesive and confident in possession, with his philosophy clearly starting to take hold.
Here, Mirror Football runs through all the details if you’re looking to follow the action, including TV and live stream information, team news and kick-off time.
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Nottingham Forest’s clash against Manchester United takes place on Saturday, November 1. The game will be held at Forest’s home stadium, the City Ground, with kick-off at 3pm UK time.
Is Nottingham Forest vs Man Utd on TV?
No. The match will not be broadcast on live TV due to the UK’s 3pm blackout rule. Instead, fans can follow the action live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live.
United supporters can tune in to MUTV, where live commentary and analysis will be provided. Meanwhile, highlights of the match will be shown on Match of the Day on Saturday evening.
Fans outside of the UK won’t have to wait with the blackout rule not applying around the world. Supporters in the United States, for example, will be able to live stream the action via Peacock.
United lost their last encounter against Forest – a 1-0 defeat at the City Ground in April(Image: Getty Images)Man Utd team news
Harry Maguire was the only notable absentee – aside from long-term injury victim Lisandro Martinez – for last weekend’s win over Brighton. The England international could return to the squad against Forest, though United are unlikely to risk rushing him back.
After picking up a knock last week, Mason Mount was left on the bench against Brighton. He is, however, expected to be fully fit for the Forest game. Luke Shaw was also a doubt heading into the clash against the Seagulls after coming down ill, yet managed to play through it.
Amorim did, however, admit the defender was “suffering” during the game. These concerns aside, the United boss is likely to have close to a full-strength squad at his disposal.
Nottingham Forest team news
Chris Wood is yet to feature under Dyche after sustaining an injury last month, though the New Zealand striker could return to contention this weekend. However, Forest may opt against rushing him back into action.
Elsewhere, Dyche will be without Ola Aina, who remains sidelined with a thigh problem, while Dilane Bakwa is also unavailable. Oleksandr Zinchenko faces a late fitness test, with his involvement still in doubt.
Nottingham Forest are hoping to seal their second win under new boss Sean Dyche(Image: David Rogers/Getty Images)Head to head
Forest have a strong recent record against United, having won three of their last four meetings between the two sides. They completed the double over Amorim’s team last season, winning 1-0 at the City Ground in April and 3-2 at Old Trafford the previous December.
United’s last Premier League triumph over Forest came back in August 2023. Before that, the Red Devils had enjoyed a dominant run of 10 consecutive victories over the East Midlands outfit, a streak that stretched all the way back to 1996.
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