Nottingham Forest did win their most recent visit to Swansea, a 4-1 victory in December 2021, but have not won back-to-back clashes in South Wales for 42 years.
Swansea vs Nottingham Forest preview
After an inauspicious start to the Ange Postecoglou-era, can Nottingham Forest book their place in the fourth round of the EFL Cup in South Wales? On Saturday, the Garibaldi Reds were demolished 3-0 by Arsenal, mustering only one shot on target, rarely threatening all afternoon. It is impossible to blame the new manager for this defeat but, given how controversial and frankly farcical Nuno Espírito Santo's sacking was, the Australian immediately begins under pressure to deliver, and fast.
Postecoglou's first four fixtures in charge of the Tricky Trees are all away from home, traveling to Burnley on Saturday, before commencing their Europa League campaign against Real Betis at the Cartuja next Wednesday. Thus, who knows how popular he will be by the time Forest welcome Sunderland to the Stadium of light on 27 September. Here, as we all know, Postecoglou's brand is all about winning trophies, so you can bet your bottom dollar that he'll take this match seriously, hoping to lead Forest to major silverware for the first time since winning this competition in 1990.
As for Swansea City, they've already won two home ties to get this far, swatting aside Crawley Town in round one, before requiring a penalty shootout to oust Plymouth a fortnight later. Thus, victory here would see the 2013 League Cup winners reach round four for the first time since 2018, the year they were relegated from the Premier League, having only done so twice since triumphing at Wembley.
Led by rookie boss Alan Sheehan, the Swans have made an encouraging start to the new season. On Saturday, goals from Žan Vipotnik and then Ronald saw them on course to beat Hull City at home, only to conceding a gut-wrenching 98th minute equaliser. Nevertheless, they are eighth in the EFL Championship table, just below the play-off spots. After successive play-off defeats in 2020 and 2021, Swansea have finished no higher than tenth, but there are early signs that they could challenge for promotion. Here, can they knock out Premier League opposition in South Wales?
Swansea vs Nottingham Forest head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 70.
- Swansea City Wins: 26. Draws: 18. Nottingham Forest Wins: 28.
Nottingham Forest team news
Ange Postecoglou is short of defensive options; Ola Ain suffered a long-term hamstring injury on international duty, while Murillo hobbled off during the first half against Arsenal.
Thus, right-back Nicolò Savona is expected to start, having debuted off the bench at the weekend. There could be debuts for deadline day signings John Victor in goal as well as Oleksandr Zinchenko and Douglas Luiz, while new recruits Dilane Bakwa, James McAtee and Arnaud Kalimuendo all came off the bench on Saturday, so how many will start in South Wales?
Nottingham Forest predicted lineup vs Swansea City: (4-3-3): Victor; Savona, Boly, Morato, Zinchenko; Douglas Luiz, Yates, Bakwa, McAtee, Hutchinson; Kalimuendo.
Nottingham Forest player to watch vs Swansea
Omari Hutchinson certainly caught the eye during his time at Ipswich, scoring 14 goals for the Tractor Boys, hence why Nottingham Forest paid a club-record £37 million to recruit him. Set to start for the club for the first time, will the 21 year old fire them into round four of the EFL Cup?
Swansea City vs Nottingham Forest prediction
Even if Ange Postecoglou does heavily rotate, we fully expect Nottingham Forest to be far too strong for Swansea, likely to cruise through on Wednesday night: Swansea City 0-2 Nottingham Forest.
Swansea City vs Nottingham Forest FAQs - Carabao Cup
How to watch Swansea City vs Nottingham Forest in the Carabao Cup on TV channel?
Swansea City vs Nottingham Forest in the Carabao Cup will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: Sky Sports Main Event, Football & Ultra HD.
- USA: Paramount+
- Canada: DAZN Canada
How to watch Swansea City vs Nottingham Forest in the Carabao Cup on live streaming?
Swansea City vs Nottingham Forest in the Carabao Cup will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: SkyGo & NOW TV.
- USA: Paramount+
- Canada: DAZN Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Swansea City vs Nottingham Forest in the Carabao Cup?
Swansea City vs Nottingham Forest takes place on Wednesday 17 September 2025, with kick off at 20:00 (BST), 15:00 (EDT) & 12:00 (PDT).