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Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest: Match Preview and Availability

Match at Old Trafford, Manchester, on 17 May 2026 in the Premier League regular season (round 37). Manchester United come in 3rd on 65 points, while Nottingham Forest sit 16th with 43 points.

Manchester United & Nottingham Forest Availability

Manchester United have several concerns.

  • M. de Ligt (Back Injury) is sidelined.
  • B. Sesko (Leg Injury) is doubtful.
  • M. Ugarte (Back Injury) is doubtful.

Nottingham Forest face a longer absentee list.

  • O. Aina (Injury) is sidelined.
  • W. Boly (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
  • C. Hudson-Odoi (Injury) is sidelined.
  • John Victor (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
  • Murillo (Muscle Injury) is sidelined.
  • N. Savona (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
  • Z. Abbott (Concussion) is doubtful.
  • M. Gibbs-White (Head Injury) is doubtful.
  • I. Sangare (Injury) is doubtful.

Impact Summary

For Manchester United, the potential loss of B. Sesko, who has scored 11 league goals, would be a major blow to their attacking output, though key creators like Bruno Fernandes and other leading scorers remain available.

For Nottingham Forest, doubts over M. Gibbs-White are a major blow, as he leads their attack with 13 goals and 4 assists. Combined with multiple defensive absences, Forest risk losing both creativity and stability in this crucial late-season fixture.

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