Nottingham Forest vs Bournemouth: Match Preview

Match Context

The Premier League clash at City Ground in Nottingham kicks off on 24 May 2026, with referee C. Pawson in charge. Nottingham Forest enter the final Regular Season - 38 round in 16th place on 43 points, while Bournemouth sit 6th on 56 points and are chasing Europa League qualification.

Nottingham Forest Availability

Forest face a lengthy absentee list. W. Boly (Knee Injury) is sidelined. C. Hudson-Odoi (Injury) is sidelined. Murillo (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. N. Savona (Knee Injury) is sidelined. O. Aina (Injury) is doubtful. D. Ndoye (Injury) is doubtful. None of Forest’s listed absentees feature among the league’s top scorers, so their main attacking reference M. Gibbs-White (14 goals, 4 assists) is available to start.

Bournemouth Availability

Bournemouth’s issues are more suspension-driven. R. Christie (Red Card) is sidelined. A. Jimenez (Suspended) is sidelined. J. Soler (Hamstring Injury) is doubtful. Their leading attacking threats E. Kroupi (13 league goals) and A. Semenyo (10 goals, 3 assists) are both available.

Impact Summary

Forest lose defensive depth and some wide creativity but retain their primary creator and scorer in M. Gibbs-White. Bournemouth are without Christie’s midfield influence and Jimenez in defense due to suspension, yet crucially keep the bulk of their attacking output through Kroupi and Semenyo.