By Abdulrahman Samer | Pressbee
The City Ground in Nottingham will host a crucial clash on Sunday, August 17, 2025, as Nottingham Forest face Brentford in the opening round of the 2026 Premier League season.
Both teams will be eager to kick off their campaigns on a positive note — Forest looking to impress in front of their home crowd, while Brentford aim to secure points away from home and build early momentum.
Match Details
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Fixture: Nottingham Forest vs Brentford
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Competition: Premier League 2026 – Matchday 1
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Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025
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Venue: City Ground, Nottingham
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Kick-off Times:
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2:00 PM – Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia
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3:00 PM – Sudan, Libya
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4:00 PM – Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Palestine, Iraq
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5:00 PM – UAE, Oman
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Broadcast & Commentary
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TV Channel: beIN Sports 2 HD (exclusive broadcaster in MENA)
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Commentator: Ahmed Al-Baloushi
Match Officials
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Referee: Peter Bankes (appointed by the English FA)
Head-to-Head & Recent Form
Last 5 Meetings:
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Brentford wins: 3
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Nottingham wins: 1
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Draws: 1
Recent Form:
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Nottingham Forest: 2 losses, 3 draws in last 5 matches
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Brentford: 1 win, 1 loss, 3 draws in last 5 matches
Win Probability (pre-match odds):
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Nottingham Forest: 45%
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Brentford: 27%
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Draw: 28%
What to Expect
This fixture is expected to be closely contested, with both sides eager to make a statement at the start of the season.
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Nottingham Forest will rely on home advantage and the energy of their supporters to push for a strong opening.
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Brentford, disciplined and resilient, will aim to frustrate their hosts while exploiting counterattacking opportunities.
Fans of the Premier League can expect an engaging and competitive encounter, as both teams seek a result that sets the tone for the months ahead.
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