There’s something about a mid-table Premier League clash that carries more weight than the league table suggests: for Newcastle United, it’s about proving consistency; for Nottingham Forest, it’s about proving survival was no fluke. With 21 head-to-head meetings in the books and Newcastle leading 13 wins to Forest’s 5, this fixture has a history worth unpacking.
Total head-to-head matches: 21 •
Newcastle wins: 13 •
Nottingham Forest wins: 5 •
Draws: 3 •
Last match result (Oct 5, 2025): Newcastle 2-0 Nottingham Forest •
Current league positions: Newcastle 12th, Nottingham Forest 16th
Quick snapshot
- Newcastle have won 13 of 21 all-time meetings (AiScore (statistics aggregator))
- Nottingham Forest have 5 wins and 3 draws in that span (SofaScore (sports data analytics))
- Last completed match: Nottingham Forest 1-1 Newcastle on May 10, 2026 (BBC Sport (national sports broadcaster))
- Newcastle’s 2-0 win on Oct 5, 2025 featured goals from Isak and Gordon (ESPN (sports broadcaster))
- Exact date of the next Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest match remains unconfirmed (SofaScore) (FotMob (football tracking platform))
- Injury status of key players like Alexander Isak and Chris Wood is not publicly detailed (FotMob (football tracking platform))
- Discrepancy in all-time win counts between sources (aiscore says Newcastle 13, FotMob says Newcastle 8) (FotMob (football tracking platform))
- Newcastle have won 3 of the last 5 Premier League H2Hs (Forebet)
- Forest have not beaten Newcastle away since 1995 (AiScore)
- Next fixture at St. James’ Park likely in the 2026/27 Premier League season (SofaScore)
- Both teams face critical summer transfer windows to address squad depth
How to watch Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest live?
TV channels broadcasting the match
- The match is broadcast on Sky Sports in the UK (BBC Sport)
- NBC Sports holds US rights for Premier League broadcasts
Streaming services and links
- Streaming available via Peacock in the US (NBC Sports)
- FuboTV and Sky Go also offer live streaming options
Kickoff time and time zone conversion
- Kickoff at 3:00 PM BST on Saturday (SofaScore)
- That translates to 10:00 AM ET, 7:00 AM PT for US viewers
For UK fans, the 3 PM Saturday slot means local pub or home viewing — no streaming loopholes for UK-based audiences outside the live broadcast window. The 52,000 capacity at St. James’ Park means tickets are scarce, so planning ahead matters.
What are the predictions for Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest?
Expert predictions and scoreline forecasts
- Newcastle are favorites with 1.80 odds (Forebet)
- Predicted score: Newcastle 2-1 Nottingham Forest
- Forebet’s earlier preview for the May 2026 match predicted a Forest 2-1 win (Forebet)
Key factors influencing the outcome
- Forest’s away form is poor, losing 4 of last 5 (SofaScore)
- Newcastle have won 7 of their last 9 home games against Forest (AiScore)
Betting odds overview
- Draw odds sit around 3.60, with Forest at 4.50 to win (Forebet)
The implication: Newcastle’s home dominance tilts the odds heavily. Forest’s survival instinct, driven by players like Elliot Anderson who knows St. James’ Park intimately, is the wild card — but historical data says the home side usually takes three points.
Newcastle’s home record against Forest (7 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss) is almost a statistical guarantee — but Forest’s 1-1 draw in May 2026 showed they can frustrate the Magpies when it matters most.
What is the current live score for Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest?
Real-time score update
- Current score: 0-0 as of 25th minute (SofaScore)
- Match date: May 10, 2026 at City Ground, Nottingham
Goal scorers and match events
- No goals yet from either side (SofaScore)
Possession and shots on target
- Newcastle have 60% possession
- Forest have 3 shots on target to Newcastle’s 2
Newcastle’s early dominance in possession hasn’t translated to goals — a pattern that has cost them points against lower-table sides this season. Forest’s compact defensive shape under Postecoglou is working as planned.
What are the head-to-head stats between Newcastle and Nottingham Forest?
21 meetings between these two clubs, one clear pattern: Newcastle’s record at St. James’ Park is borderline dominant, while Forest’s away form in this fixture is their biggest weakness.
| Stat category | Newcastle United | Nottingham Forest |
|---|---|---|
| Total wins (all comps) | 13 | 5 |
| Draws | 3 | |
| Home record vs opponent | 7 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss | 1 win, 1 draw, 7 losses |
| Goals scored per match average | 2.8 | |
| Biggest win | 3-0 (2024) | 2-0 (2023) |
| Last match result | 1-1 draw (May 10, 2026) | |
What this means: Newcastle’s home advantage is the statistical backbone of this fixture. For Forest, breaking that pattern means overcoming 30 years of history — and they’ve only managed it once in the Premier League era.
What happened in the last Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest match?
Match summary and key moments
- Newcastle won 2-0 on October 5, 2025 (ESPN)
- Goals by Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon (BBC Sport)
- Nottingham Forest’s Ange Postecoglou criticized defensive errors (ESPN)
Player ratings and standout performers
- Alexander Isak named Man of the Match (SofaScore)
- Attendance: 52,000 at St. James’ Park
Post-match reactions
- ESPN reported that Newcastle United became the latest team to get the better of Ange Postecoglou’s Nottingham Forest as they registered a 2-0 win at St. James’ Park (ESPN)
- BBC Sport highlighted that Elliot Anderson’s late leveller against his former club Newcastle United helped Nottingham Forest secure Premier League survival in the May 2026 meeting (BBC Sport)
Newcastle United became the latest team to get the better of Ange Postecoglou’s Nottingham Forest as they registered a 2-0 win at St. James’ Park.
Elliot Anderson’s late leveller against his former club Newcastle United helps Nottingham Forest secure Premier League survival.
The pattern: Newcastle’s quality in the box (Isak, Gordon) wins them games when they show up. For Forest, the Elliot Anderson narrative — a former Newcastle academy product scoring to keep Forest up — is the kind of storyline that defines an entire season’s momentum.
Elliot Anderson left Newcastle’s academy system to find first-team football at Forest — and his May 2026 equalizer kept Forest in the Premier League while Newcastle slumped to 12th. The player Newcastle developed indirectly hurt their league position.
Timeline: key meetings in the modern era
- October 5, 2025: Newcastle United 2-0 Nottingham Forest — Goals: Isak, Gordon. Newcastle dominant at home.
- May 10, 2026: Nottingham Forest 1-1 Newcastle United — Elliot Anderson equalizer ensures Forest survival.
- 2024/25 season: Newcastle won both meetings (2-0, 3-1). Newcastle’s best run in the fixture.
- 2023/24 season: Matches split: Newcastle won 3-1 at home, Forest won 2-1 away.
The data shows Newcastle have won 3 of the last 5 Premier League H2Hs, but Forest’s 1-1 draw in May 2026 broke a 3-match winning streak for the Magpies. For Forest supporters, that draw felt like a win — and statistically, it was as good as one.
Confirmed facts
- Newcastle won 2-0 on Oct 5, 2025 (ESPN)
- Elliot Anderson scored for Forest on May 10, 2026 (BBC Sport)
- Head-to-head: Newcastle 13 wins, Forest 5, draws 3 (AiScore)
- Current league positions (as of May 2026): Newcastle 12th, Forest 16th (SofaScore)
What’s unclear
- Exact date of the next Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest match
- Injury status of key players (e.g., Isak, Wood)
- Discrepancy between sources on all-time win counts (aiscore says Newcastle 13, FotMob says 8) (FotMob)
For Newcastle fans, the concern is clear: inconsistency has dropped them to 12th, and a squad that relies on Isak’s fitness has no reliable backup. For Forest supporters, the hope is that Postecoglou’s system — a high-risk attacking style — finally clicks away from home. For neutral observers, this fixture delivers drama: 2.8 goals per match average, surprise draws, and a former academy kid now deciding the fate of both clubs.
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Frequently asked questions
Who scored in the last Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest match?
In the October 5, 2025 match, Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon scored for Newcastle in a 2-0 win (ESPN). In the more recent May 10, 2026 meeting, Elliot Anderson scored for Forest in a 1-1 draw (BBC Sport).
What is the capacity of St. James’ Park?
St. James’ Park has a seating capacity of 52,305 (Premier League (top-flight football league)).
How many times have Newcastle and Nottingham Forest drawn in the Premier League?
There have been 3 draws between Newcastle and Nottingham Forest in their 21 all-time meetings, with the most recent being 1-1 on May 10, 2026 (SofaScore).
What is Nottingham Forest’s best result against Newcastle?
Forest’s best result in recent years is a 2-1 away win in the 2023/24 season. Historically, their 2-0 victory stands as their biggest win margin (SofaScore).
Where can I buy tickets for the next match?
Tickets are available through both clubs’ official box offices. Newcastle’s tickets typically sell out quickly for Premier League matches (Newcastle United (official club website)).
Who is the all-time top scorer in this fixture?
Exact all-time top scorer data is not publicly consolidated, but among current players, Alexander Isak has scored in the last two meetings at St. James’ Park.
What are the away form records for both teams this season?
As of May 2026, Forest have lost 4 of their last 5 away Premier League matches, while Newcastle have won 7 of their last 9 home games against Forest (SofaScore).
Sophie Marlowe is Culture & Lifestyle Editor at TheUKDaily.uk, covering culture, entertainment, lifestyle, events, media trends and consumer features.