Nottingham Forest are in a serious slump, failing to win their last five matches in all competitions. The team looks tired amid a combination of the Premier League and Europa League, as evidenced by heavy defeats to Fenerbahçe (0-2) and Midtjylland (0-1). In their last three league games, the Foresters have conceded seven goals, and their attack has stalled, scoring just one goal in that span.
Fulham, in contrast, look preferable. The Cottagers have won three of their last five Premier League games, including a comeback victory over Tottenham (2-1). Marco Silva's side are confident on the road, as evidenced by their 3-1 rout of Sunderland. Furthermore, Fulham already beat today's opponents 1-0 in the first leg, giving them a psychological advantage.
Given the hosts' crisis, their fatigue from European competition, and the visitors' consistent form, Fulham look like the favorites. Nottingham is unlikely to reverse the negative trend. The optimal prediction for this match is 2/2 (Fulham to win), and the most likely outcome is a draw or an away win for the Cottagers.
