Friday night football comes from Portman Road as Ipswich clash Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. Can Forest bounce back from another home defeat? Fans will be itching to discover if skipper Morgan Gibbs-White returns to squad following his absence against Arsenal. And we’re tipping him to have a big impact if does lace up his boots. Ipswich vs Nottingham Forest kick off and how to watchDate: Friday 23rd October 2026Kick-off: 8pmVenue: Portman Road, Ipswich, UKHow to watch: Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Ultra HDIpswich vs Nottingham Forest quick tipsMorgan Gibbs-White to score or assist @ 19/20 with BetfredBoth teams to score – 1st half @ 3/1 (was 11/4) with BOYLE SportsLiam Delap to be carded @ 11/4 with BetfredIpswich vs Nottingham Forest predictionIpswich were gutsy in their 3-2 loss to table-toppers Manchester City last weekend. The Tractor Boys’ have shown a pragmatic side to them so far this campaign which they didn’t have in their last season in the top flight back in 2024/25.Despite the defeat it was the second successive Premier League game in which Ipswich scored twice, following their 2-1 home win over Fulham. Nottingham Forest were beaten 1-0 by reigning champions Arsenal at the City Ground on Sunday. Despite showing plenty of gusto, that’s now three defeats on the spin, with much to ponder for new boss Oliver Glasner. Forest will hope their fortunes are brighter on the road as they haven’t scored a single goal on home soil in all competitions so far this season. The return of captain Morgan Gibbs-White can’t come soon enough, the England man could well be the difference if he is firing on all cylinders. A 1-1 draw looks appealing, but having got all their points away from home, a 1-2 win for Forest could be where the value lies.Ipswich vs Nottingham Forest tipsCaptain Morgan to add necessary spiceMorgan Gibbs-White’s absence was definitely felt against The Gunners. If Glasner had his captain and playmaker at his disposal we may have seen a more end-to-end, attacking minded game at the City Ground last Sunday.Gibbs-White had an impressive campaign in 2025/26, scoring 18 goals and seven assists in all competitions, with 15 coming in the Premier League.He’s got a goal and two assists in his six appearances so far, and will be the creative hub of the team on Friday, if available. Both teams on the scoresheetBoth teams have scored in five of the last seven meetings between the two clubs. Ipswich have scored in all but two matches so far this season, netting four goals in their last two matches. Showcasing their improved Premier League nous this campaign.How Forest didn’t come away with anything against Crystal Palace was anyone’s guess, and they made Arsenal work hard for three points last week.We’re backing Glasner to find a way of making his new side a real attacking force.Delap’s card schoolLiam Delap was a real nuisance against Arsenal last week, but he’s got more yellow cards than goals so far this season.The English striker is a real old school centre forward and that includes his caution count. He was carded four times last season, and picked up 12 in his debut Premier League season for Ipswich in 2024/25.He may well be in the book again on Friday. Ipswich vs Nottingham Forest predicted lineupsIpswich (4-2-3-1): Walton (GK); O’Shea, Diop, Greaves, Davis; Florentino, Lukic; Ouattara, Enciso, Maeda; EmersonnNottingham Forest (3-4-2-1): Sels (GK); Cunha, Diomande, Murillo; Munoz, Schlager, McAtee, Williams; Gibbs-White, Ndoye; DelapIpswich vs Nottingham Forest latest oddsFind the latest Ipswich vs Nottingham Forest betting odds here. All odds are provided by our recommended football bookmakers and are subject to change.Ipswich – 2/1 with BOYLE SportsDraw – 13/5 with BetfredNottingham Forest – 32/25 with SBKMore Premier League predictionsWe have plenty more predictions and picks across this season’s football – find our latest betting tips from expert punters in our match preview overview.Important historical facts about Ipswich vs Nottingham Forest betsNottingham Forest are unbeaten against Ipswich in their last six matches in all competitions, stretching back to December 2017. 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