Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson has stated his prediction for the Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest match.
After suffering a 2-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur last week, Erik ten Hag's side will be keen to have a strong comeback as they face the Forest in the third game week of the Premier League 2023/24 season. Steve Cooper's side too, will look to maintain their form after a 2-1 victory over Sheffield United last week.
The last time when the two clubs faced each other, the game concluded in a 2-0 victory for Manchester United.
The pundit pointed out the Red Devils' vulnerability in the midfield, stating that the squad suffers when central players like Casemiro don't perform well, and they have to rely on alternative choices like Mason Mount and Bruno Fernandes.
Ahead of the fixture, Merson revealed his prediction via Sportskeeda, as per which, Erik ten Hag's side will dominate.
Manchester United aren't playing very well at the moment, and I don't think the manager knows what his best team is just yet. Nottingham Forest have pace on the counter and Man United are vulnerable at the back. In a difficult patch, however, you'd want a game against Forest at home, and I think United should be able to win this match.
Paul Merson's prediction: Manchester United 3-1 Nottingham Forest