Grimsby vs Nottingham Forest U21 — form, head-to-head and match prediction
Our model makes Grimsby the pick at 77% for Grimsby vs Nottingham Forest U21. Form trajectory, comparison data, head-to-head and the reasoning behind the call.
The fixture at a glance
Nottingham Forest U21 travel to Grimsby on 10 November 2026 at Blundell Park, Cleethorpes. Grimsby are the model's favourite, with a win probability of roughly 77%. This group north 6 fixture in EFL Trophy is listed as Grimsby - Nottingham Forest U21. Kick-off is 19:00 UTC.
Recent form and trajectory
Grimsby: they come in on a two-match winning sequence, following one draw and two defeats before that. That is two wins, one draw and two defeats from the last five, worth 7 points. It leaves them unbeaten in three. Across those five they scored eleven and conceded eight, with none clean sheets. That gives them a form rating of 25.0 out of 100.
Nottingham Forest U21: they come in on a two-match winning sequence, following one win and two defeats before that. That is three wins, no draws and two defeats from the last five, worth 9 points. Across those five they scored eleven and conceded ten, with none clean sheets. That gives them a form rating of 25.0 out of 100.
Comparison data
| Statistic | Grimsby | Nottingham Forest U21 |
|---|---|---|
| Goal difference | 0 | 0 |
| Form (last 5, most recent first) | WWDLL | WWLLW |
| Points from last 5 | 7 | 9 |
| Goals scored / conceded (last 5) | 11 / 8 | 11 / 10 |
| Clean sheets (last 5) | 0 | 0 |
| Form rating (0-100) | 25.0 | 25.0 |
| Players unavailable | 0 | 0 |
| Model win probability | 77% | 9% |
Key match insights
- Availability: No absentees listed for either side in our injury feed at the time of writing.
- Goals outlook: A combined scoring line of 4.35, over 2.5 goals at 65% and both teams to score at 58%.
- First goal: Leans Grimsby's way at 75%.
The call
The model leans firmly towards Grimsby at 77%, a gap of 64 percentage points to the next outcome. The goals line points to over 2.5 goals. Baseline expectation tilts Grimsby's way, especially at Blundell Park.
This is a data-led read, not a certainty. The numbers are shown as they come out of the model so the basis for the call can be checked rather than assumed.
Frequently asked questions
Who is favoured to win the match: Grimsby or Nottingham Forest U21?
Grimsby, with an implied win probability of roughly 77%. The full split is 77% Grimsby, 13% the draw and 9% Nottingham Forest U21.
When and where is Grimsby vs Nottingham Forest U21 being played?
10 November 2026 at Blundell Park, Cleethorpes, kick-off 19:00 UTC.
Have Grimsby and Nottingham Forest U21 met before?
Our records hold no previous meeting between the two sides.
What is the recent form of Grimsby and Nottingham Forest U21?
Grimsby have taken 7 points from their last five (WWDLL), Nottingham Forest U21 9 from theirs (WWLLW). Most recently Grimsby took a 5-2 win at home to York and Nottingham Forest U21 a 4-3 win away at FC Halifax Town.
How many goals are expected in Grimsby vs Nottingham Forest U21?
The model's combined scoring line is 4.35 — 3.00 for Grimsby and 1.35 for Nottingham Forest U21. It rates over 2.5 goals at 65%.
Will both teams score?
The model rates both teams to score at 58%, so its call is yes.