Nottingham Forest’s pre-season 2025: Full fixture list and match guide

A full breakdown of fixtures, venues, dates and how to follow Forest’s preparations ahead of the Premier League restart
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With the new Premier League season kicking off on 15 August, Nottingham Forest are set for a crucial pre-season campaign featuring key fixtures both at home and away. From honoring legends to international clashes at the City Ground, here’s your complete guide to the Reds’ summer schedule and how to follow the action.

Forest kick off their pre-season away at Chesterfield, a fixture that will help ease the squad back into competitive rhythm. Next, they travel to Birmingham City for a special tribute match in honour of club legend Trevor Francis.

Nottingham Forest's pre-season friendly fixtures

Chesterfield vs Nottingham Forest

  • Date: Saturday 12 July.
  • Venue: SMH Group Stadium, Derbyshire.
  • Kick off time(s): 14:00 (BST), 9:00 (EDT) & 6:00 (PDT).

Birmingham City vs Nottingham Forest: Trevor Francis Memorial Match

  • Date: Saturday 2 August
  • Venue: St Andrew's, Birmingham.
  • Kick off time(s): 15:00 (BST), 10:00 (EDT) & 7:00 (PDT).

Nottingham Forest vs Fiorentina

  • Date: Tuesday 5 August.
  • Venue: City Ground, West Bridgford.
  • Kick off time(s): 19:45 (BST), 14:45 (EDT) & 11:45 (PDT).
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Nottingham Forest vs Al-Qadsiah

  • Date: Saturday 9 August.
  • Venue: City Ground, West Bridgford.
  • Kick off time(s): 17:30 (BST), 12:30 (EDT) & 9:30 (PDT).

How can I watch Nottingham Forest's pre-season fixtures?

All matches will be available to stream via ForestTV, so fans can follow the Reds’ full preparation ahead of the Premier League opener.