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Manchester City v Nottingham Forest tickets | Etihad Stadium
The Citizens host Forest at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 in a midweek Premier League clash. As Manchester City continue their pursuit of another league title under Pep Guardiola, they face a Nottingham Forest side fighting to secure their top-flight status.
Match Details
The match kicks off at 7:30pm GMT on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at the Etihad Stadium. This midweek fixture will be broadcast in the UK.
Etihad Stadium
The Etihad Stadium has been Manchester City's home since 2003, originally built for the 2002 Commonwealth Games. Located in East Manchester, the stadium holds approximately 53,400 supporters and has undergone continuous development to become one of the Premier League's most impressive venues. The stadium forms the centrepiece of the Etihad Campus, which includes the City Football Academy and first-class training facilities. The atmosphere at the Etihad has grown considerably during the Guardiola era, with fans witnessing some of the most dominant football in English history.
Head-to-Head Record
Manchester City dominate the all-time head-to-head with 44 victories from 106 competitive meetings compared to Forest's 34 wins. Since Forest's return to the Premier League in 2022, City have largely controlled this fixture, taking 16 points from their last seven league encounters. The most memorable recent meeting was in August 2022 when Erling Haaland scored a 38-minute hat-trick during a 6-0 demolition at the Etihad. Haaland is the joint second-highest scorer in this fixture with five goals, needing just one more to equal Niall Quinn's record. Forest's sole Premier League victory over City since their return came in March 2025 when Callum Hudson-Odoi's winner secured a 1-0 triumph at the City Ground.
Last Meeting: Nottingham Forest 1-2 Manchester City (December 27, 2025)
The most recent encounter saw Manchester City secure a hard-fought victory at the City Ground on December 27, 2025. Rayan Cherki proved the match-winner with a goal and assist in a game that remained goalless at half-time. Tijjani Reijnders opened the scoring three minutes after the break with a calm finish following Cherki's creative work, but Forest hit back six minutes later through Omari Hutchinson's first goal for the club. With the game seemingly heading for a draw, Cherki struck in the 83rd minute with a low volley through a crowded penalty area. The victory was City's eighth consecutive win across all competitions and briefly took them top of the Premier League before Arsenal's later victory.
Manchester City 2025/26 Season
Under Pep Guardiola's masterful guidance, Manchester City are mounting another serious title challenge. The squad has been strengthened with key additions including Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Cherki, who have provided creative midfield quality. Erling Haaland continues to terrorise defences with his prolific goalscoring, having surpassed 100 Premier League goals. The team's depth and quality remain formidable, with Gianluigi Donnarumma providing assured goalkeeping and the likes of Phil Foden, Bernardo Silva, and Josko Gvardiol maintaining the highest standards. City are locked in a fascinating title race with Arsenal as they pursue what would be yet another Premier League crown.
Nottingham Forest 2025/26 Season
Nottingham Forest's season has been a struggle under Sean Dyche's management, with the club hovering around the relegation zone for much of the campaign. Despite some spirited performances, including victories over Tottenham and competitive displays against the top sides, consistency has proved elusive. Key players including Morgan Gibbs-White, Callum Hudson-Odoi, and Igor Jesus have shown quality, but results have been difficult to come by. Forest will be desperate to secure points in the remaining fixtures to ensure their Premier League survival.
Tickets
Tickets for Manchester City vs Nottingham Forest are available now. Given City's exceptional home form and title aspirations, early booking is recommended.