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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Premier League clash between Nottingham Forest and Brighton is set for 01.03.2026 at 14:00. 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.
Nottingham Forest, currently sitting 17 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Brighton, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Premier League table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 01.03.2026
- Kickoff: 14:00
- Favorite: Nottingham Forest
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 30.11.2025, finishing Nottingham Forest 0-2 Brighton.
Nottingham Forest Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Nottingham Forest squad has been dominant at home throughout the Premier League 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Nottingham Forest lineup today or Nottingham Forest 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 Nottingham Forest home performances:
Date Event Score 11.02.2026 Nottingham Forest vs Wolverhampton Wanderers 0 - 0 06.02.2026 Leeds United vs Nottingham Forest 3 - 1 01.02.2026 Nottingham Forest vs Crystal Palace 1 - 1
Brighton Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Brighton 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: Nottingham Forest 0-2 Brighton
- Wins this season over Nottingham Forest: 3
Recent away match stats for Brighton:
Date Event Score 14.02.2026 Liverpool vs Brighton 3 - 0 11.02.2026 Aston Villa vs Brighton 1 - 0 08.02.2026 Brighton vs Crystal Palace 0 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 16.02.2026, odds point to Nottingham Forest as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Nottingham Forest and Brighton lineups for the Premier League 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
