Nottingham Forest U21 desperately need points today at 8:00 PM in the Premier League 2. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Nottingham Forest U21 come into this fixture in mixed form (0W 0D 1L). Manchester City U21, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (1W 0D 0L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Nottingham Forest U21 head into this on the back of a defeat, while Manchester City U21 arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Nottingham Forest U21 face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Manchester City U21 have won 3 of 3 encounters. Their last encounter ended in Nottingham Forest U21 won 0–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.3 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Manchester City U21's quality should tell even on the road. Nottingham Forest U21 will push, but the visitors have too much class. Manchester City U21 to win.