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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Premier League clash between Manchester City and Nottingham Forest is set for 04.03.2026 at 19:30. 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.
Manchester City, currently sitting 2 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Nottingham Forest, positioned 17, aim to continue their climb up the Premier League table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 04.03.2026
- Kickoff: 19:30
- Favorite: Manchester City
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 27.12.2025, finishing Nottingham Forest 1-2 Manchester City.
Manchester City Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Manchester City squad has been dominant at home throughout the Premier League 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Manchester City lineup today or Manchester City 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 Manchester City home performances:
Date Event Score 21.02.2026 Manchester City vs Newcastle United 2 - 1 14.02.2026 Manchester City vs Salford City 2 - 0 11.02.2026 Manchester City vs Fulham 3 - 0
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: 17
- Recent head-to-head record: Nottingham Forest 1-2 Manchester City
- Wins this season over Manchester City: 1
Recent away match stats for Nottingham Forest:
Date Event Score 19.02.2026 Fenerbahce vs Nottingham Forest 0 - 3 11.02.2026 Nottingham Forest vs Wolverhampton Wanderers 0 - 0 06.02.2026 Leeds United vs Nottingham Forest 3 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 22.02.2026, odds point to Manchester City as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Manchester City 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.
