Paul Merson has given his prediction of the upcoming Premier League match between Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth at the City Ground.
The former Arsenal and Aston Villa star has also given his verdict on Forest’s decision to sack Steve Cooper and replace him with Nuno.
So, what has Paul Merson said about Nottingham Forest against Bournemouth? Let’s take a look.
Paul Merson predicts three goals in Nottingham Forest vs Bournemouth
Well, Nottingham Forest will take on Bournemouth at the City Ground in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon.
This will be Nuno’s first game in charge of Forest. The Portuguese boss was recently appointed the manager of the Reds after the departure of Steve Cooper.
Former Arsenal and Aston Villa star Paul Merson does not agree with Forest’s decision to sack Cooper.
The Sky Sports pundit has noted how Bournemouth stuck with their manager through a tough period and now the Cherries are flourishing.
The pundit has also predicted Bournemouth to beat Forest 2-1 at the City Ground.
Merson wrote in SportsKeeda:” I can’t believe what Nottingham Forest have gone and done with the Steve Cooper situation. I just don’t get their decision to fire him at all. Sometimes, these owners and the top brass just believe that their club belong in the top half of the table. But no, that is not the reality. This league is really hard.
“Look at the other dugout. Bournemouth manager Androni Iraola has been backed from the start of the season and they are now getting the results to show exactly how that helps.
“I’m going to go with a Bournemouth win here because they have won four of their last five matches and should have too much for this Forest team.
“Dominic Solanke has been in great form and if he continues banging in goals for fun, some of the ‘bigger’ teams might start taking an interest.
“Prediction: Nottingham Forest 1-2 Bournemouth.”
My View: Forest will win vs Bournemouth
I am backing Nottingham Forest to win against Bournemouth. I believe that former Tottenham Hotspur and Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Nuno will win his first game in charge of the Reds.
Yes, Bournemouth are in better form at the moment. The Cherries have won four of their last five Premier League matches,
However, Forest are at home for the match. They will have the City Ground faithful behind them. Moreover, there is also that new manager bounce.
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