Tottenham Hotspur vs Nottingham Forest Prediction 22.03.2026 | Premier League

Tottenham Hotspur head into this crucial March fixture in the midst of a deepening identity crisis, with the North London side languishing in an uncharacteristic 16th place after managing just seven victories from their opening 30 Premier League outings this term.

Frustration has continued to grow among the Lilywhites faithful, who have witnessed their once-reliable home ground turn into a source of vulnerability, as Spurs currently hold the worst home record in the division, a damaging trend that has left them hovering perilously close to the relegation zone, level on points with 18th-placed West Ham United.

The situation was further compounded in midweek, when Igor Tudor’s men were eliminated from the Champions League by Atletico Madrid, despite securing a 3-2 victory on the night, a result that ultimately extinguished their final hopes of silverware and shifted full focus onto a tense domestic survival battle.

A significant factor behind Tottenham’s underwhelming campaign has been their ongoing injury crisis, with six players ruled out and a further four listed as doubts, although there is a glimmer of encouragement with striker Dominic Solanke edging closer to a long-awaited return.

Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest prepare for a crucial trip to the capital as they find themselves precariously positioned in 17th place, fully aware that their survival hopes may hinge on rediscovering the level of performance that saw them dismantle Tottenham Hotspur in a commanding 3-0 victory earlier in the campaign.

Despite their lowly standing, level on points with the first side below the dotted line, Vitor Pereira’s men have carved out a reputation as potential giant-slayers in 2026, frustrating some of the league’s elite with a disciplined low-block approach that has already yielded hard-earned results against title contenders Arsenal (0-0) and Manchester City (2-2).

However, the East Midlands outfit are currently being undermined by a worrying dip in form, having gone six matches without a win across all competitions, suffering four defeats in that run, while consecutive scoreless outings have only heightened the sense of concern surrounding their attacking output.

To compound matters, first-choice goalkeeper John Victor remains sidelined for the foreseeable future, meaning winter arrival Stefan Ortega is expected to deputise between the posts, while Pereira must also contend with the absences of Willy Boly, Nicolo Savona and Chris Wood, further stretching an already fragile squad.