Manchester City vs Nottingham Forest – Head to head record, results & stats

Manchester City and Nottingham Forest have met 12 times on record. Manchester City lead with 6 wins, Nottingham Forest have won 3 times and the two clubs have drawn 3 matches between them. Their first recorded meeting was on 29 September 1995.

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Across their recorded meetings, Manchester City have found the net 21 times against Nottingham Forest, while Nottingham Forest have scored 12 times in reply — a combined 33 goals shared between the two sides. Their most recent fixture was played on 04 March 2026, the latest chapter in a rivalry stretching back to 1995. Follow every upcoming Manchester City versus Nottingham Forest clash on SportScore for live scores, starting lineups, minute-by-minute commentary and a head-to-head record that updates automatically once the full-time whistle blows.

How many times have Manchester City and Nottingham Forest played each other?

Manchester City and Nottingham Forest have met 12 times on record, with the first meeting on 29 September 1995.

Who has won more, Manchester City or Nottingham Forest?

Manchester City have the edge with 6 wins to Nottingham Forest's 3, with 3 draws between them.

When do Manchester City and Nottingham Forest play next?

Their next scheduled meeting is on Saturday, 07 November 2026. Follow it live on SportScore for scores, lineups and minute-by-minute commentary.

How many goals are scored when Manchester City play Nottingham Forest?

Their meetings produce 2.75 goals per game on average, and both teams have scored in 33% of them.