Football fans are watching Linebet in Kenya already this fixture has entered the circuit: Nottingham Forest host Leeds United at the City Ground on 22 August 2026. It opens the new season and takes place in the first round of the 2026/2027 season of the English Premier League.
Preview of the upcoming match
Both sides have a lot to prove. Oliver Glasner’s Forest warmed to mixed friendly results, including a heavy 4-1 defeat to Sporting Lisbon. Under Daniel Farken, Leeds looked sharper and beat Liverpool 4-2 in their summer series encounter.
Leeds United vs Nottingham Forest matches always provide competitive football and this opener at the City Ground should test both squads from the first whistle.
Main Players and Private Duels
The names to watch are clear on both benches. For Nottingham Forest, the focus falls on Morgan Gibbs-White, Igor Jesus and Chris Wood. Leeds United are up against Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Brenden Aaronson and Lucas Nmecha.
Gibbs-White pulls the strings in midfield and Igor Jesus paces the forwards, while Calvert-Lewin carries the goal threat and Aaronson links play for the visitors.
Forecast and expectations
Recent form gives Forest a slight edge, but Leeds bring a sharper finish after a strong pre-season run. The opening odds are close: around 2.32 for Forest to win and 3.36 for Leeds.
Our prediction for Leeds v Nottingham Forest is a tight, open contest with goals on both sides. You can place your bet on this fixture and watch live results directly on Linebet.