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

Sunderland and Nottingham Forest have met 11 times on record. Sunderland lead with 8 wins, Nottingham Forest have won 1 time and the two clubs have drawn 2 matches between them. Their first recorded meeting was on 20 August 1996.

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Across their recorded meetings, Sunderland have found the net 17 times against Nottingham Forest, while Nottingham Forest have scored 7 times in reply — a combined 24 goals shared between the two sides. Their most recent fixture was played on 24 April 2026, the latest chapter in a rivalry stretching back to 1996. Follow every upcoming Sunderland 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 Sunderland and Nottingham Forest played each other?

Sunderland and Nottingham Forest have met 11 times on record, with the first meeting on 20 August 1996.

Who has won more, Sunderland or Nottingham Forest?

Sunderland have the edge with 8 wins to Nottingham Forest's 1, with 2 draws between them.

When do Sunderland and Nottingham Forest play next?

Their next scheduled meeting is on Saturday, 12 December 2026. Follow it live on SportScore for scores, lineups and minute-by-minute commentary.

How many goals are scored when Sunderland play Nottingham Forest?

Their meetings produce 2.42 goals per game on average, and both teams have scored in 42% of them.