Nottingham Forest will take on Newcastle United in a pan-Premier League tie in the EFL Cup at the City Ground on Wednesday evening.
This second round clash will see the four-time winners Forest host Newcastle, who themselves will be looking to end their long trophy drought.
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Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle Betting Tips
Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle Match Preview
The Magpies warmed up for this clash with a 1-1 draw away to Bournemouth in the Premier League last weekend, but they were fortunate not to leave empty-handed after Dango Outtara’s goal was controversially ruled out by VAR late on for the Cherries.
Forest, on the other hand, picked up three points thanks to a Morgan Gibbs-White effort with half an hour left of regulation time.
EFL Cup action under the lights always brings some level of excitement, and this is arguably one of the standout ties of the round.
To get you pumped up, I have run the rule over the potential angles into this match and delivered a couple of Nottingham Forest Newcastle betting tips for you to consider.
Newcastle to ease through to Round 3
With no European football to contend with this term, the priority for Newcastle should be to try and land a domestic trophy.
Eddie Howe’s charges certainly have enough quality, and while you’re not quite sure what you will get Forest, Newcastle will be wise not to underestimate them.
The head-to-head record shows that Newcastle have won three of their past four meetings with Forest.
During those wins, the Over 2.5 goals line has been hit on two occasions, so this could be worth tuning in for.
I think Newcastle, if they are switched on, should book their place in the third round of the EFL Cup. Oh, and the Newcastle to win to nil line looks attractive. Should you wish to pursue that, William Hill is offering odds of 3/1.
Anthony Gordon at the double
While Anthony Gordon’s time at the Euros with England was largely a frustrating experience, he has been productive at Newcastle.
The winger seems to improve with every game I’ve watched him play, and he is invariably a threat.
Ultimately, it depends on what kind of side Howe fields this one, but I don’t think he will disrespect the competition and play a hugely weakened side.
Gordon, meanwhile, has been the subject of transfer talk and he has been tentatively linked with a move to Liverpool, although Newcastle will most liekly hold their resolve.
Anyway, I fancy Gordon to have a big impact against Forest and to round off my Nottingham Forest Newcastle betting tips, I have a predilection that Gordon could net a double.
If that has piqued your interest, bet365 is serving up odds of 12/1 for that outcome which feels a little on the long side.
Birmingham vs Fulham Odds
| Team | Latest Odds |
|---|---|
| Birmingham Odds | 4/1 |
| Draw Odds | 3/1 |
| Fulham Odds | 3/5 |
Odds courtesy of Betfred, correct at the time of publication
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