Aston Villa

vs

Nottingham Forest

Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest — Game Preview, Stats & Players to Watch

A compelling Premier League fixture sees Aston Villa host Nottingham Forest at Villa Park, with implications for European contention and mid-table positioning.

Game Details

• Date: 2026-01-03
• Kick-off: 7:30 a.m. (ET)
• Venue: Villa Park, Birmingham
• Broadcast: DAZN Canada, Fubo Sports CA

Recent Form & Key Storylines

Both sides enter this clash with contrasting runs—Villa unbeaten in their last five, while Forest’s form shows inconsistency with two wins, one draw and two losses. Villa’s strong home performance continues to deliver momentum, while Forest seek to remedy defensive lapses that have undermined results. Their most recent meeting saw Villa edge Forest 2–1 in April, in a contest marked by early goals and a late Forest reply. Squad news remains quiet with no official absences confirmed.

Summary Stats

• Aston Villa last 5: W‑W‑W‑W‑W
• Nottingham Forest last 5: L‑L‑W‑W‑L
• Last head-to-head: Aston Villa won 2–1 on April 5, 2025 at Villa Park

Players to Watch

Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, a key attacking presence this season, offers impactful performance up front. For Nottingham Forest, midfielder Morgan Gibbs‑White brings creative drive and goal contributions when available. This neutral, informative preview offers clarity on how to watch the match live on TV or streaming, setting the stage for what could be a pivotal early-January Premier League showdown.