Newcastle United are looking to get back to winning ways when they take on Nottingham Forest this weekend.
Many expected the good times to keep rolling when Newcastle United travelled to Manchester City last weekend but Eddie Howe’s side were handed a humbling defeat.
The Blues raced to a three-goal lead before eventually winning 4-0, a defeat that came as a shock given the differing fortunes of the two teams.
That does at least show just how far Newcastle have come this season but they will want to get back among the points as soon as possible, starting with Nottingham Forest.
Here’s everything you need to know about the fixture.
Newcastle United vs Nottingham Forest kick-off time
Newcastle United vs Nottingham Forest takes place on Sunday, February 23, with kick-off at St. James’ Park coming at 2 pm.
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How to watch Newcastle United vs Forest
Newcastle vs Forest has been selected for broadcast by Sky Sports so there are multiple ways to watch.
TV channel
The game will be the opening match of Super Sunday ahead of Manchester City vs Liverpool. It will be shown on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event, with coverage starting at 1 pm.
Newcastle vs Forest live stream
If you are a Sky customer, the match will also be available to live stream on their online streaming platform Sky Go.
If not, you can purchase a Now TV day membership pass which will allow you to watch all the day’s Sky Sports coverage and stream it on your smartphone, tablet or computer.
A day pass costs £14.99, a flexible monthly membership is £34.99 and a 12-month contract costs £26 a month.
Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest team news
Sven Botman wasn’t in Newcastle training ahead of the fixture so it looks like Howe will continue to be without the centre-back for the game.
Joelinton and Jamaal Lascelles also remain sidelined but Harvey Barnes could make his return to action after being named on the bench last weekend.
Forest, meanwhile, are missing striker Taiwo Awoniyi and Carlos Pereira.
| Position | Team | Played MP | Won W | Drawn D | Lost L | For GF | Against GA | Diff GD | Points Pts |
| 1 |  LiverpoolLiverpool | 26 | 18 | 7 | 1 | 62 | 26 | 36 | 61 |
| 2 |  ArsenalArsenal | 25 | 15 | 8 | 2 | 51 | 22 | 29 | 53 |
| 3 | Nottm ForestNottingham Forest | 25 | 14 | 5 | 6 | 41 | 29 | 12 | 47 |
| 4 |  Man CityManchester City | 25 | 13 | 5 | 7 | 52 | 35 | 17 | 44 |
| 5 |  B’mouthBournemouth | 25 | 12 | 7 | 6 | 44 | 29 | 15 | 43 |
| 6 |  ChelseaChelsea | 25 | 12 | 7 | 6 | 47 | 34 | 13 | 43 |
| 7 | NewcastleNewcastle | 25 | 12 | 5 | 8 | 42 | 33 | 9 | 41 |
| 8 |  FulhamFulham | 25 | 10 | 9 | 6 | 38 | 33 | 5 | 39 |
| 9 |  Aston VillaAston Villa | 26 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 37 | 40 | -3 | 39 |
| 10 |  BrightonBrighton | 25 | 9 | 10 | 6 | 38 | 38 | 0 | 37 |
Referee and officials
- Referee: Jarred Gillett
- Assistants: Darren Cann, Mark Scholes
- Fourth official: Tony Harrington
- VAR: Peter Bankes
- Assistant VAR: Ian Hussin
Predictions
Newcastle were comfortable 3-1 winners when the two sides met back in November, an unexpected result which came just as Forest were rising to new heights and before the Toon went on their unbeaten run.
That result looked as if it might be the end of Forest’s fantastic form but they have maintained their lofty position in the table in the months since.
As a result, this is a tough match to call and one that could easily finish all square.
Prediction: Newcastle 2-2 Forest.
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