Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle: Premier League Match Preview

Nottingham Forest host Newcastle at City Ground, Nottingham, on 10 May 2026 in Premier League Regular Season - 36. Forest sit 16th on 42 points (goal difference -2), while Newcastle are 13th with 45 points (goal difference -2).

Nottingham Forest Availability

Forest face a lengthy absentee list.

• W. Boly (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
• C. Hudson-Odoi (Injury) is sidelined.
• John Victor (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
• N. Savona (Knee Injury) is sidelined.

Several players are still being assessed:

• Z. Abbott (Concussion) is doubtful.
• O. Aina (Injury) is doubtful.
• Murillo (Muscle Injury) is doubtful.

Top scorer M. Gibbs-White, with 13 league goals and 4 assists, is available and central to Forest’s attacking threat.

Newcastle Availability

Newcastle’s defensive resources are stretched.

• E. Krafth (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
• V. Livramento (Thigh Injury) is sidelined.
• L. Miley (Broken Leg) is sidelined.
• F. Schar (Ankle Injury) is sidelined.

Key midfielder Bruno Guimarães, on 9 goals and 5 assists, is available and remains their main creative and scoring outlet.

Impact Summary

Forest’s absences are concentrated in defense and wide areas, but their primary attacking production via M. Gibbs-White remains intact. Newcastle lose depth and experience at the back, yet retain Bruno Guimarães, who drives much of their 49-goal tally. Both sides therefore keep their leading attacking contributors despite significant defensive and squad disruption.