On January 3, 2026, Aston Villa will face Nottingham Forest in an eagerly anticipated Premier League clash at Villa Park. Aston Villa, currently third on the table, is looking to capitalise on their strong form, having accumulated 39 points. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest, sitting at 17th, is battling to climb out of the relegation zone.
This match presents a thrilling opportunity for fans to witness whether Nottingham Forest can pull off an upset or if Aston Villa will continue their impressive run. With both teams having notable players and a history of competitive encounters, fans should be excited for a gripping match.
Aston Villa – Nottingham Forest: When and Where?
- City: Birmingham
- Stadium: Villa Park
- Date: January 3, 2026
- Hour: 1:30 PM WAT
The match is set to unfold at the iconic Villa Park in Birmingham, offering a thrilling afternoon of football. Scheduled for a 1:30 PM WAT kickoff, fans should prepare for an intense contest between these two Premier League sides.
Aston Villa – Nottingham Forest: On Which TV Channel?
- Channel: Not available
- Broadcast time: 1:30 PM WAT
Unfortunately, specific broadcast information for this match in Nigeria is not available at this time. However, fans are encouraged to check local sports channels like SuperSport or StarTimes, or streaming services such as DStv Now or Showmax, as they may offer live coverage.
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Aston Villa – Nottingham Forest: Live Score and Commentaries
For those unable to catch the broadcast, live score updates and in-depth commentaries will be available through various sports apps and websites. These platforms will provide real-time action maps and detailed match analysis to keep you informed throughout the game.
Aston Villa – Nottingham Forest: Predicted Lineups
As the teams gear up for this vital encounter, both managers will be looking to field their strongest lineups, factoring in the current form, strategic requirements, and injury concerns.
| 16Andres Garcia |
| 17Donyell Malen |
| 19Jadon Sancho |
| 22Ian Maatsen |
| 30Jamaldeen Jimoh-Aloba |
| 40Marco Bizot |
| 53George Hemmings |
| 56Leon Routh |
| 64James Wright |
| 4Felipe Morato |
| 9Taiwo Awoniyi |
| 12Douglas Luiz |
| 15Arnaud Kalimuendo |
| 24James McAtee |
| 26Matz Sels |
| 29Dilane Bakwa |
| 37Nicolo Savona |
| 44Zach Abbott |
Aston Villa Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Aston Villa is expected to line up with a strong squad despite some injury concerns. Key players like Emiliano Martinez and John McGinn will play pivotal roles.
- Aston Villa predicted lineup: Goalkeeper – Emiliano Martinez, Right back – Matty Cash, Right center back – Victor Lindelof, Left center back – Ezri Konsa, Left back – Lucas Digne, Right defensive midfielder – Boubacar Kamara, Left defensive midfielder – Youri Tielemans, Right wing – John McGinn, Attacking midfielder – Emiliano Buendia, Left wing – Morgan Rogers, Center forward – Ollie Watkins
- Aston Villa injuries and suspensions: Tyrone Mings, Ross Barkley, Pau Francisco Torres, Harvey Elliott, Amadou Onana
Nottingham Forest Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Nottingham Forest will aim to field a competitive side, with key players like Morgan Gibbs-White and Callum Hudson-Odoi tasked with driving their offensive efforts.
- Nottingham Forest predicted lineup: Goalkeeper – John Victor, Right back – Neco Williams, Right center back – Nikola Milenkovic, Left center back – Murillo, Left back – Oleksandr Zinchenko, Right defensive midfielder – Elliot Anderson, Left defensive midfielder – Nicolas Dominguez, Right wing – Omari Hutchinson, Attacking midfielder – Morgan Gibbs-White, Left wing – Callum Hudson-Odoi, Center forward – Igor Jesus
- Nottingham Forest injuries and suspensions: Ola Aina, Chris Wood, Ryan Yates, Dan Ndoye
Fans can look forward to a captivating match as both teams strive for crucial points in the Premier League.
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