Manchester City will aim to end 2025 at the summit of the Premier League when they face Nottingham Forest at the City Ground this Saturday. Pep Guardiola's side can leapfrog to the top of the table with a victory in their final top-flight fixture of the calendar year.
How to watch Nottingham Forest vs Man City on TV and online
The crucial Premier League clash is scheduled for an early kick-off at 12.30pm UK time on Saturday, December 27, 2025. For viewers in the United Kingdom, the exclusive live broadcast rights are held by TNT Sports.
Coverage begins at 11am on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate, providing a full 90 minutes of pre-match analysis and build-up ahead of the game at the City Ground.
Subscribers to TNT Sports can also stream the match live via the Discovery+ app and website. This service allows fans to watch the action on a wide range of devices, from smartphones to smart TVs, ensuring they don't miss a moment of the festive fixture.
Highlights, team news and key details
For those unable to watch live, short-form highlights will be available shortly after the final whistle on platforms including the Sky Sports app, YouTube, and the official Manchester City app. The BBC's flagship highlights programme, Match of the Day, will air on BBC One at 22.25pm on Saturday night.
Internationally, fans have several options. Supporters in the United States can tune in on the USA Network or stream via Fubo and NBC.com. Across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA region), the exclusive broadcaster is the beIN Sports network.
Tactical battle and recent history
The managerial duel adds an intriguing layer to this contest, with Sean Dyche now in charge of Nottingham Forest. His organised and resilient teams are known for being difficult to break down, especially at home, meaning Guardiola's City will need to be at their creative best.
City are expected to wear their "rain-inspired" third kit for this away trip. They will be led by the Premier League's current top scorer, Erling Haaland, as they chase an eighth consecutive win across all competitions.
The recent head-to-head record favours the champions, who have won nine of the last 15 meetings, including a 2-0 FA Cup semi-final victory earlier in 2025. However, Forest will draw confidence from their 1-0 win at the City Ground in March 2025, proving they can be a formidable obstacle on their own turf.
