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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest is set for 03.01.2026 at 12:30. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this Premier League encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Aston Villa, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Nottingham Forest, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Premier League table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 03.01.2026
- Kickoff: 12:30
- Favorite: -
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 03.01.2026, finishing Aston Villa 3-1 Nottingham Forest.
Aston Villa Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Aston Villa squad has been dominant at home throughout the Premier League 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Aston Villa lineup today or Aston Villa starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Aston Villa home performances:
Date Event Score 03.01.2026 Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest 3 - 1 30.12.2025 Arsenal FC vs Aston Villa 4 - 1 27.12.2025 Chelsea vs Aston Villa 1 - 2
Nottingham Forest Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Nottingham Forest have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Premier League game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Aston Villa 3-1 Nottingham Forest
- Wins this season over Aston Villa: 2
Recent away match stats for Nottingham Forest:
Date Event Score 03.01.2026 Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest 3 - 1 30.12.2025 Nottingham Forest vs Everton 0 - 2 27.12.2025 Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City 1 - 2
Prediction and Final Word
As of 06.01.2026, odds point to - as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest lineups for the Premier League 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
