Manchester City are heavily favored to win with odds around 1.45, thanks to their second-place standing in the Premier League with 56 points from 27 games, an unbeaten run in their last four matches including three wins, and strong home form at the Etihad Stadium where they dominate opponents. Nottingham Forest sit 17th, on a four-game winless streak and just two points above the relegation zone, making an upset unlikely with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match starts on March 4, 2026, at 7:30 PM GMT at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England.

The game takes place at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England, with a capacity of 53,400 seats, known for its state-of-the-art facilities and electric atmosphere during Manchester City home matches.

Manchester City are predicted to secure a comfortable victory with moneyline odds of 1.45, bolstered by their superior goal difference of +31 and recent form, while Nottingham Forest's defensive struggles and relegation battle leave them as 4.00+ underdogs on DexWin.

In recent head-to-head meetings, Manchester City hold a strong edge, remaining unbeaten in their last 16 home Premier League games against similar mid-table sides, though specific Forest records show Forest's historical resilience at the City Ground but vulnerability away, with City winning most encounters in the past decade.