Chris Sutton has given his prediction for Saturday’s Premier League match between Sheffield United and Nottingham Forest.
To say the least, this is a huge game for the Garibaldi team.
Nottingham Forest is only one point ahead of 18th-placed Luton Town.
Even Burnley, who looked dead and buried under Vincent Kompany, may jump Nuno Espirito Santo’s side on Saturday if they defeat Newcastle and the Reds lose.
As a result, the City Ground faithful will be satisfied with nothing less than a victory.
So, what does Chris Sutton predict to happen in Sheffield United’s Premier League meeting with Nottingham Forest? Let us have a look.
Chris Sutton predicts Sheffield United versus Nottingham Forest.
Well, the 51-year-old expects Nuno to lead Nottingham Forest to win at Bramall Lane on Saturday.
Chris Wood’s 89th-minute goal helped Nottingham Forest overcome Sheffield United 2-1 at the City Ground in August, and Sutton expects the Reds to grab another three points off the Blades.
The Nottingham native told BBC Sport: “This must be viewed as an open goal for Nottingham Forest.”
“They performed admirably against Manchester City last week despite being defeated, but now they must reproduce that performance to achieve the desired outcome.
“Forest’s attention must be on how they play, not the referee or video assistance referee. If they can accomplish that, they should be able to defeat a weakened Sheffield United.
Sutton closed his section by predicting a 2-0 victory for Nottingham Forest.
Nuno needs to get his players focused
There are numerous distractions for Nottingham Forest players going into this Premier League match.
For starters, Luton Town face Everton on Friday night, so the Reds might be in the relegation zone by the time tomorrow’s game against Sheffield United begins, which may unnerve a few players.
Nottingham Forest have also become embroiled in a controversy over Premier League officiating, something the players cannot afford to be distracted by.
It is time to take responsibility on the field rather than blaming officials for poor decision-making.
Hopefully, Nottingham Forest can defeat Sheffield United; else, relegation fears will intensify.
