Nottingham Forest's hunt for European qualification continues today as they host mid-table Brentford with three crucial points at stake.
The Tricky Trees have been formidable at home, winning seven of their last ten league matches, while Chris Wood's goalscoring form makes him a prime anytime scorer candidate at 11/8.
Our Premier League best bets focus on a Forest win, a 2-1 correct score, and Wood finding the net against a Bees side that's managed just one point from five away trips to top-six teams.
Premier League betting tips
| Game | Time | Pick |
|---|---|---|
  | 7:30 PM | Nottingham Forest to Win (6/5)|Chris Wood To Score Anytime (11/8)|Nottingham Forest 2-1 Correct Score (9/1) |
Nottingham vs. Brentford
Thursday, May 1
7:30 PM
Forest have been formidable at home this season, winning seven of their last ten league matches at the City Ground, giving them a significant edge heading into this fixture.
Brentford's away form against top sides has been poor, managing just a single point from five trips to top-six teams this season.
There's a clear motivational edge for Forest who can climb to third with a win, while Brentford are essentially playing for pride with little left to achieve this season.
The home advantage has been crucial for Forest throughout this campaign, turning the City Ground into a fortress where they've consistently delivered results.
With both teams' trajectories heading in opposite directions, Forest's hunger for points should translate into a full-effort performance against a Brentford side that may already be thinking about next season.
Chris Wood has been in stellar form this season with an impressive 19 goals in 31 league appearances, making him Forest's clear danger man.
The New Zealand international is coming off the scoresheet in Forest's previous match against Tottenham, suggesting he's found his rhythm again after a brief absence with a hip injury.
Wood's clinical finishing has been a cornerstone of Forest's home success, and he'll be eager to add to his tally against a Brentford defense that's been leaky on the road.
As the focal point of the Forest attack, Wood receives quality service from the team's creators and has consistently turned these opportunities into goals.
With Forest expected to control much of the play at home and create multiple chances, Wood stands out as the most likely candidate to find the net.
While Forest have the edge in this matchup, their defense has shown vulnerability lately, conceding in each of their last four games across all competitions.
Brentford have proven they can score on the road, finding the net in 14 of their 17 away league fixtures this season despite their overall struggles.
The attacking quality of Forest, particularly at home, should be enough to outscore their visitors even if they can't keep a clean sheet.
This scoreline reflects the expected pattern of the game – Forest controlling proceedings but Brentford still carrying enough threat to grab a consolation.
Recent matches suggest Forest will need multiple goals to secure the win, making the 2-1 scoreline a calculated risk that offers substantial value at the current odds.
