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Nottingham Forest vs Brest: Final Friendly Puts Two Uneven Pre-Seasons to the Test. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
Forest ended a three-match losing streak with a 2-1 win over Bayer Leverkusen, showing resilience. Brest have scored two or more goals in three consecutive friendlies but have conceded in every game, making a Forest win with goals at both ends plausible.
A 2-1 scoreline matches Forest’s recent 2-1 win over Leverkusen and Brest’s pattern of conceding heavily while scoring consistently. Brest’s defensive vulnerabilities and Forest’s attacking form support this exact correct score prediction.
Compare form, H2H, goals trends and key data for Nottingham Forest v Stade Brestois 29.
Nottingham Forest close their pre-season against Brest at the City Ground on Sunday with both sides still searching for a little more certainty before competitive football begins.
Nottingham Forest vs Brest — bet365 Market Snapshot
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Forest’s recent recovery and Brest’s defensive issues suggest a home win is likely.
Both teams have scored multiple goals recently, indicating a likely goal-filled match.
Forest’s 2-1 win over Leverkusen and Brest’s scoring pattern support this exact scoreline.
New signings Schlager, Sa and Diomande highlight Forest’s squad transition phase.
Three Punchy Stats
- Brest conceded 55 goals in 34 Ligue 1 matches last season, and their failure to keep a clean sheet this summer suggests that defensive vulnerability has not disappeared.
- Forest have followed three consecutive away defeats with a 2-1 victory over Bayer Leverkusen, giving their final friendly a chance to confirm that the downturn has been arrested rather than merely interrupted.
- Brest have scored at least twice in each of their last three friendlies, with Doumbia, Balde, Del Castillo and Ajorque all contributing across the latest two matches. Forest's defence should therefore receive a meaningful final examination before the league season begins.
Recent Scoring Trends
Recent attacking records for Nottingham Forest and Brest are shown below.
Defensive Records
Recent defensive records for Nottingham Forest and Brest are shown below.
Forest at least arrive with a timely lift. Three successive away defeats were followed by a 2-1 win over Bayer Leverkusen, secured by Arnaud Kalimuendo’s 90th-minute goal. Brest have also steadied after an awkward start to the summer, but their improvement has come without solving the defensive issue that followed them through last season: they conceded 55 goals in 34 Ligue 1 matches and have not kept a clean sheet during this pre-season.
Forest's Recovery Needs More Than One Result
Oliver Glasner has overseen significant change, most notably the £116m departure of Elliot Anderson to Manchester City. Xaver Schlager, Gustavo Sa and Ousmane Diomande have arrived as Forest reshape a squad that finished 16th in the Premier League with 44 points.
The summer results have been uneven. Forest opened with encouraging wins over Notts County and Blackburn Rovers and also recorded goalless draws during their preparations, before losses to Sporting, Udinese and Barcelona interrupted that progress. The 4-1 defeat by Sporting was particularly conspicuous, while the subsequent 1-0 losses showed a different problem: Forest could stay competitive without finding enough attacking reward.
Beating Leverkusen therefore mattered less as a grand statement than as evidence that Forest could respond. With Leeds United next in their Premier League opener, this final friendly is another opportunity to turn that response into something more sustained.
Brest Are Scoring, But Their Defence Remains Exposed
Brest's recent attacking return is the more encouraging side of their summer. After failing to win their first three friendlies, they beat Stade Briochin 2-1 before drawing 2-2 with Venezia, Ludovic Ajorque equalising in the 88th minute.
They have now scored at least twice in three successive matches. Kamory Doumbia, Mama Balde and Romain Del Castillo have all contributed goals across the last two, while Ajorque enters the new campaign after scoring eight times last season.
That productivity comes with an obvious warning. Brest have conceded in every friendly, including three against Guingamp and two against Concarneau, Al Wakrah and Venezia. Last season's wider record tells a similar story: 43 goals scored and 55 allowed during a 12th-placed Ligue 1 campaign.
Their attacking improvement is genuine enough to merit Forest's attention, but it has not yet been accompanied by defensive control.
Rotation Could Shape the Rhythm
This is still a friendly, and Glasner is likely to rotate heavily as he continues building fitness. Chris Wood is doubtful, although Forest otherwise have a clean bill of health.
Brest have a clearer structural reference point, with Julien Lachuer using a 4-2-3-1 and Ajorque expected to remain important in attack. Gautier Lloris, Mamady Diambou and Joseph Nonge have also joined during the summer as Brest attempt to strengthen a side that struggled defensively in 2025-26.
The contrast is useful. Forest are dealing with significant personnel change and trying to stabilise after a run of defeats; Brest have begun scoring more freely but remain vulnerable at the other end. Neither side looks completely settled.
📊 Market Explainer
Win & Both Teams to Score
Selection: Nottingham Forest to win and Both Teams to Score. The selected team must win in normal time and both teams must score. If the selected team draws or loses, or either side fails to score, the bet loses.
Correct Score Market
Selection: Nottingham Forest vs Brest 2-1. Predict the exact score at the end of 90 minutes plus stoppage time. Extra time and penalties do not count unless the bookmaker states otherwise.
🎯 Pick 1: Nottingham Forest to win and Both Teams to Score @ 21/10
Nottingham Forest wrap up their pre-season campaign at the City Ground after arresting a three-match losing streak with a 2-1 victory against Bayer Leverkusen. That win, sealed by Arnaud Kalimuendo’s 90th-minute strike, provided a timely boost for Oliver Glasner’s side ahead of their Premier League opener against Leeds United. However, Forest’s earlier summer losses to Sporting, Udinese and Barcelona showed that defensive stability remains work in progress during this squad transition. Facing a Brest side with active goalscoring form but persistent defensive flaws creates an ideal setup for a home win paired with goals at both ends.
Brest have demonstrated reliable attacking output by scoring at least twice in each of their last three friendlies, including a 2-1 win over Stade Briochin and a 2-2 draw with Venezia. Forward Ludovic Ajorque, who scored eight goals last season, combined with Kamory Doumbia, Mama Balde and Romain Del Castillo to give Julien Lachuer’s 4-2-3-1 system consistent scoring bite. Conversely, Brest conceded 55 goals in 34 Ligue 1 matches last term and have failed to keep a single clean sheet this summer.
Possible squad rotation by Glasner and the potential absence of Chris Wood could affect Forest’s forward rhythm. Additionally, adapting after Elliot Anderson’s £116m departure requires recruits Xaver Schlager, Gustavo Sa and Ousmane Diomande to gel quickly. Nevertheless, Brest’s complete lack of clean sheets gives Forest ample opportunity to score, while Brest’s ongoing form provides firm backing for them to reply.
🎯 Tactical Indicators
- Forest recovered from three straight away losses with a 2-1 win over Bayer Leverkusen.
- Brest have scored two or more goals in three consecutive friendlies.
- Brest conceded 55 Ligue 1 goals last season and have failed to keep a clean sheet in pre-season.
Risk Factor: Heavy rotation by Forest or absence of Chris Wood could reduce attacking sharpness and affect goal output.
Key Tactical Mismatch
Scored 2+ goals in 3 consecutive friendlies, with Ajorque, Doumbia, Balde, and Del Castillo scoring.
Conceded 55 goals in 34 Ligue 1 matches last season and zero clean sheets in pre-season friendlies.
🎯 Pick 2: Nottingham Forest vs Brest 2-1 @ 15/2
A 2-1 scoreline in favour of Nottingham Forest reflects both sides’ recent pre-season trends while aligning with Forest’s recent 2-1 triumph over Bayer Leverkusen. Oliver Glasner’s team found the net twice in that match, capped by Arnaud Kalimuendo’s late winner, and also scored two goals in their early summer victory against Blackburn Rovers. Forest face a Brest defence that allowed 55 goals in 34 Ligue 1 matches last season and has conceded in every friendly this summer. Having let in three goals against Guingamp and two against Concarneau, Al Wakrah and Venezia, Brest’s backline presents recurring opportunities for Forest to reach two goals.
Conversely, supporting Brest to score once is grounded in their recent offensive productivity. Julien Lachuer’s side have scored at least twice in three consecutive friendlies, including a 2-1 win over Stade Briochin and a 2-2 draw with Venezia. With Ludovic Ajorque netting an 88th-minute equaliser against Venezia to build on his eight Ligue 1 goals last term, alongside recent goals from Kamory Doumbia, Mama Balde and Romain Del Castillo, Brest possess multiple options to breach a Forest defence that surrendered four goals to Sporting and conceded to Leverkusen.
The primary risk to a 2-1 prediction stems from the inherent narrowness of correct-score selections. Heavy second-half rotation from Glasner or an injury absence to Chris Wood could limit Forest’s sharpness, potentially locking the game at 1-1. Alternatively, if Brest’s defensive difficulties recur as heavily as against Guingamp, Forest could score three or more goals. Nevertheless, a 2-1 home victory remains a plausible outcome.
Risk Factor: Correct-score bets require exact outcomes; rotation or late goals could cause this pick to fail.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Nottingham Forest to win and Both Teams to Score" mean?
This bet requires Nottingham Forest to win in normal time and Brest to score at least one goal. Both conditions must happen together for a win.
How does the Correct Score market settle for Nottingham Forest vs Brest?
The Correct Score market settles on the exact final score after 90 minutes plus injury time. A 2-1 selection wins only if Forest score two and Brest score one.
What happens to a "Forest to win and BTTS" selection if Forest win 2-0?
The selection loses because Brest failed to score. Both teams must score alongside a Forest win for this bet to pay out.
Does extra time or penalty shootouts count for pre-season friendly bets?
No, betting markets settle exclusively on the result at the end of 90 minutes plus stoppage time. Extra time or penalties do not affect settlement.
Why is Both Teams to Score (BTTS) supported by Brest's summer stats?
Brest have scored two or more goals in three straight friendlies while failing to keep a clean sheet in any pre-season game, supporting BTTS.
How does pre-season manager rotation impact betting markets?
Frequent second-half substitutions can alter match momentum and defensive organisation, increasing uncertainty around exact scorelines.
What is the main difference between Match Result and Double Chance markets?
Match Result requires picking a single winning outcome, while Double Chance covers two outcomes, offering wider coverage at a lower price.
Can I back Over 2.5 Goals instead of an exact scoreline?
Yes, Over 2.5 Goals wins on any match finishing with three or more total goals, providing broader goal-based coverage.
