Nottingham Forest strolled to a 3-0 victory over Blackburn Rovers in a Club Friendly, with midfielder Ryan Yates posting the highest rating of any player, setting up a meeting with Rio Ave next. The scoreline was emphatic, yet the game itself was a tame pre-season affair settled entirely in Forest's favour after a goalless opening half-hour.
Nottingham Forest 3:0 Blackburn Rovers — Match Report
First half1 - 0
- 40
Second half2 - 0
- 51
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Nottingham Forest vs Blackburn Rovers?
Nottingham Forest 3-0 Blackburn Rovers (Club Friendly Games).
Who scored?
Igor Jesus (40') for Nottingham Forest; Arnaud Kalimuendo (48') for Nottingham Forest; Taiwo Awoniyi (51') for Nottingham Forest.
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Head to Head meetings
Nottingham Forest – Blackburn Rovers
Nottingham Forest
Blackburn Rovers
- 3
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 1
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  3 | 1  |
Scored goals | 10 | 3 |
Average per game | 2.5 | 0.75 |
The biggest victory | 3-0 | 1-2 |
Form
Nottingham Forest
- 5Matches
- 2Goals
- 0.4Goal per game
- 0Wins
- 1Draws
- 4Losses
Blackburn Rovers
- 5Matches
- 6Goals
- 1.2Goal per game
- 2Wins
- 0Draws
- 3Losses
Best statistical picks
Nottingham Forest – Blackburn Rovers
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Under 2.5
Corners over the last 10 matches favour Under 8.5
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.53 | 4.50 | 4.50 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest is a strong favourite in the CheckLive calculation: 52 + 5.8 for home advantage = 57.8 vs 40.8 for Blackburn Rovers. The biggest edge is in mental resilience (CheckMental 52.5 vs 29). CheckLive signal strength 72/100.
Home win — Nottingham Forest1.53
Medium confidence79%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
48.7
36.3
CheckSkill
54.4
49.6
CheckMental
52.5
29
CheckLive total57.8 vs 40.8+17.0Nottingham Forest: 52 + 5.8 for home advantage = 57.8
More match signals
Nottingham Forest (DNB)78%1.25
Over 2.575%1.60
Nottingham Forest (−1)76%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the favourite in Nottingham Forest vs Blackburn Rovers?
In the CheckLive calculation Nottingham Forest is the favourite: 52 + 5.8 for home advantage = 57.8 vs 40.8. Signal strength 72/100; it is not a win probability.
What is Nottingham Forest's main edge?
Nottingham Forest is strongest in mental resilience: CheckMental 52.5 vs 29 for Blackburn Rovers. The overall rating gap is 17.
How does CheckLive rate the match?
The rating is built on three metrics: form (CheckForm), quality (CheckSkill) and mentality (CheckMental). Their values and the match signals are below.
What does Confidence mean?
Confidence describes model signal strength, not the probability of a win or an exact score.
What is the correct-score prediction?
CheckLive calculation: 2-1 (Nottingham Forest vs Blackburn Rovers, regulation time). Confidence describes model signal strength, not the probability of a win or an exact score.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.53 | 4.50 | 4.50 |