Login
Register
West Ham
1
1
Manchester United
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest: Match Preview, Predictions & Tips - Sunday, 17 May, 2026 9:00
No prediction data available for this match.
No betting tips available for this match.
Prediction League
14
Played
8
Wins
3
Draws
3
Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.9
(26 total)
xG
1.80
(24.7 total)
Shots per Match
17.1
(239 total)
Shots on Target
6.3
(37% acc)
Corners
4.5
(63 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.2
per match
xGa
1.00
per match
Clean Sheets
4
(29%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.6
avg
Red Cards
0.1
(2 total)
Fouls
10.2
(143 total)
Offsides
2.1
(29 total)
13
Played
4
Wins
6
Draws
3
Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.7
(22 total)
xG
1.50
(19.7 total)
Shots per Match
14.6
(190 total)
Shots on Target
4.8
(33% acc)
Corners
4.4
(57 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.7
per match
xGa
1.40
per match
Clean Sheets
0
(0%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.2
avg
Red Cards
0
(0 total)
Fouls
8
(104 total)
Offsides
1.5
(20 total)
27
Played
12
Wins
9
Draws
6
Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.8
(48 total)
xG
1.60
(44.4 total)
Shots per Match
15.9
(429 total)
Shots on Target
5.6
(35% acc)
Corners
4.4
(120 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.4
per match
xGa
1.20
per match
Clean Sheets
4
(15%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.4
avg
Red Cards
0.1
(2 total)
Fouls
9.1
(247 total)
Offsides
1.8
(49 total)
17
Played
6
Wins
4
Draws
7
Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.4
(24 total)
xG
1.60
(26.9 total)
Shots per Match
15.5
(264 total)
Shots on Target
4.9
(32% acc)
Corners
6.1
(104 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.2
per match
xGa
1.20
per match
Clean Sheets
6
(35%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.5
avg
Red Cards
0.1
(1 total)
Fouls
10.7
(182 total)
Offsides
1.2
(21 total)
18
Played
5
Wins
5
Draws
8
Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.1
(19 total)
xG
1.20
(21.5 total)
Shots per Match
12.1
(218 total)
Shots on Target
4.6
(38% acc)
Corners
4.6
(82 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.5
per match
xGa
1.20
per match
Clean Sheets
4
(22%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.9
avg
Red Cards
0.1
(1 total)
Fouls
12.1
(218 total)
Offsides
1.3
(24 total)
35
Played
11
Wins
9
Draws
15
Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.2
(43 total)
xG
1.40
(48.4 total)
Shots per Match
13.8
(482 total)
Shots on Target
4.8
(35% acc)
Corners
5.3
(186 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.4
per match
xGa
1.20
per match
Clean Sheets
10
(29%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.7
avg
Red Cards
0.1
(2 total)
Fouls
11.4
(400 total)
Offsides
1.3
(45 total)
No lambda data available for this match.
No predictions available for this match
No predictions available for this match
In this exciting Premier League 2025-2026 matchup, Manchester United will take on Nottingham Forest as part of the 2025-2026 season in Premier League. This match is part of Matchweek 37 and will take place on 2026-05-17 at 2026-05-17 in the famous Old Trafford.
The referee for the game will be . Fans can expect an intense battle between the home team, Manchester United, and the visiting side, Nottingham Forest. The scoreline predictions suggest .
Kickoff Details:
Date: 2026-05-17
Time: 14:00
Location: Old Trafford
Stay tuned to see how the teams perform in this crucial game!
Trends for Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Football 17 May, 2026 9:00
🤖 AI Pattern Insights
Our model identified 5 recurring performance patterns influencing this matchup:
-
BTTS Magnet
Both teams score in 63% of recent matches — strong BTTS pattern
-
Toothless Attack
Nottingham Forest struggle to score — failed to find net in 7/9 recent away matches
+3 more advanced patterns are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all 5 AI-powered insights
Unlock Premium InsightsComprehensive betting trends for Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest.
🏆 Match Winner
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsManchester United4 TrendsHigh xG PerformanceH2H
Manchester United create many chances (xG 1.5+) in 8 of their last 8 Premier League matches
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends8 / 8100%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsAbove League AverageLeague
Manchester United score 2.00 goals/match at home (+41% above league average)
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends8 / 875%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsLeague Top ScorerLeague
Manchester United rank 2 of 20 in scoring at home (2.00 goals/match vs league avg 2.83)
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends8 / 870%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsHigh xG PerformanceRecent
Manchester United create many chances (xG 1.5+) in 17 of their last 17 Premier League matches
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends17 / 17100%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends⚽ Both Teams To Score
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsManchester United1 TrendsBTTS FriendlyLeague
Manchester United score (2.00/match) and concede (1.50/match) regularly at home - BTTS in 63% of matches (league avg: 53%)
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends5 / 863%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsNottingham Forest1 TrendsWeak AttackLeague
Nottingham Forest struggle to score in away matches (0.67/match) - fail to score in 78% of matches
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends7 / 978%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends🎯 Over/Under 2.5 Goals
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsManchester United2 TrendsAbove League AverageLeague
Manchester United score 2.00 goals/match at home (+41% above league average)
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends8 / 875%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsLeague Top ScorerLeague
Manchester United rank 2 of 20 in scoring at home (2.00 goals/match vs league avg 2.83)
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends8 / 870%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsNottingham Forest1 TrendsWeak AttackLeague
Nottingham Forest struggle to score in away matches (0.67/match) - fail to score in 78% of matches
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends7 / 978%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends🆚Head-to-Head1 Trend
Over 2.5 GoalsH2H
Over 2.5 goals in 5 of their last 8 H2H matches (62.5%%)
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends5 / 862.5%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends💡Combined 2.0 goals per match average • Low scoring average but offensive form suggests potential for goals
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends🛡️ Double Chance
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsManchester United1 TrendsUndefeated at HTH2H
Manchester United are undefeated at half time in 6 of their last 8 Premier League matches
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends6 / 875%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends⚡ Team Total Goals
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsManchester United5 TrendsAbove League AverageLeague
Manchester United score 2.00 goals/match at home (+41% above league average)
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends8 / 875%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsLeague Top ScorerLeague
Manchester United rank 2 of 20 in scoring at home (2.00 goals/match vs league avg 2.83)
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends8 / 870%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsScored 1+Recent
Manchester United scored 1+ goals in 7 of their last 8 Premier League matches
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends7 / 888%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsSecond Half SpecialistsRecent
Manchester United score in second half in 7 of their last 8 Premier League matches
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends7 / 888%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsLate SurgeRecent
Manchester United score in last 15 minutes in 6 of their last 8 Premier League matches
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends6 / 875%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends🟨 Cards Over/Under
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsManchester United1 Trends — avg 1.5 (-21% below league)Low Card MatchesLeague
Manchester United average 1.5 cards/match in all matches (-20% below league avg 1.9) — rank #4 lowest in league
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends17 / 1790%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends💡Both teams disciplined -
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends🚩 Corners Over/Under
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak TrendsNottingham Forest1 Trends — avg 4.2 (-12% below league)Few CornersLeague
Nottingham Forest average 4.2 corners/match in away matches (-12% below league avg 4.8)
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends9 / 977%
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends💡Low corner activity in recent matches -
+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends+8 Streak trends are hidden
Upgrade to Premium to unlock all advanced streak trends and patterns
Unlock Streak Trends🎯 Betting Analysis
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest
🔮 Main Prediction by Periods
🔄 Second Half: Manchester United is stronger in the second half (17 vs 10).
⚡ Final Stage: Manchester United is stronger in the final minutes (11 vs 3).
💡 Recommendation: The main advantage is on the home team's side. Consider bets on match outcome and corresponding halves.
⚡ Final Stage: Manchester United is stronger in the final minutes (11 vs 3).
💡 Recommendation: The main advantage is on the home team's side. Consider bets on match outcome and corresponding halves.
⚔️ Team Comparison
🏠 Manchester United
Early Strength
Weak
Matches Analyzed
20
Momentum
0.01
Pressure
0.14
✈️ Nottingham Forest
Early Strength
Moderate
Matches Analyzed
20
Momentum
0.14
Pressure
0.05
⏰ Match Periods Analysis
📊 Periods Explanation:
Fast Start (0-15 min): Who starts the match better and scores in the first 15 minutes.
First Half (0-45 min): Overall team effectiveness in the first half.
Second Half (46-90 min): How teams play after the break.
Final Stage (76-90 min): Who is stronger in the final minutes of the match.
🏠 Manchester United - Periods
🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
Goals in First 15 min
2
Avg. Goals per Match
0.1
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
First Half Goals
8
Avg. Goals per Match
0.4
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
Second Half Goals
17
Avg. Goals per Match
0.85
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
Late Goals
11
Avg. Goals per Match
0.55
✈️ Nottingham Forest - Periods
🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
Goals in First 15 min
3
Avg. Goals per Match
0.15
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
First Half Goals
9
Avg. Goals per Match
0.45
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
Second Half Goals
10
Avg. Goals per Match
0.5
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
Late Goals
3
Avg. Goals per Match
0.15
🏆 Detailed Team Analysis
🏠 Manchester United - Details
📈 Momentum Analysis
Positive Sequences
4
Comeback Goals
8
Negative Sequences
5
Killer Goals
17
⚡ Pressure Analysis
Early Pressure
2
Late Pressure
11
Pressure Goals
0
⏰ Timing Patterns
Fast Starts
2
Half-time Spurts
6
Second Half Starts
6
Late Surges
11
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
Early Conceded
2
Late Conceded
11
✈️ Nottingham Forest - Details
📈 Momentum Analysis
Positive Sequences
4
Comeback Goals
2
Negative Sequences
0
Killer Goals
7
⚡ Pressure Analysis
Early Pressure
3
Late Pressure
3
Pressure Goals
0
⏰ Timing Patterns
Fast Starts
3
Half-time Spurts
6
Second Half Starts
7
Late Surges
3
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
Early Conceded
1
Late Conceded
10
💡 Betting Recommendations by Periods
- 🔄 Second Half Dominance: Manchester United shows superior performance after the break (17 vs 10 goals)
- Second Half Winner: High probability of Manchester United winning the second half
- ⚡ Final Stage Mastery: Manchester United excels in the closing minutes (11 vs 3 late goals)
- Last Goal Scorer: High probability of Manchester United scoring the final goal
- Late Goals Market: Consider bets on goals after 75th minute
- Overall Result: Manchester United has an advantage in the match
- Home Handicap: Consider Manchester United handicap
- Total Goals: Analyze team goal statistics
- Both Teams to Score: Consider defensive qualities of teams
📊 Factor Breakdown
💡 Factor Explanations:
Momentum: Team's ability to maintain and develop success. Shows how the team reacts to scored and conceded goals.
Pressure: Team's ability to create dangerous moments and score in important match moments.
Timing: Team's ability to score in specific periods of the match (start, end of half, etc.).
Defense: Defensive reliability in different periods of the match.
Momentum (Advantage)
Away +0.135
Pressure (Advantage)
Home +0.084
Timing (Advantage)
Home +0.015 (minimal)
Defense (Advantage)
Away +0.023 (away team better)
📝 Detailed Summary
🏠 Home Team Analysis (Manchester United):
Momentum: Weak - team may lose concentration. Pressure: Moderate - team periodically creates danger. Defense: Reliable at the start of the match.
✈️ Away Team Analysis (Nottingham Forest):
Momentum: Strong - team reacts well to changes in the match. Pressure: Low - team rarely creates dangerous moments. Defense: Reliable at the start of the match.
🎯 Final Betting Recommendations:
Home team has a significant advantage in the second half and final stage. We recommend bets on second half result, late goals, and home team victory.
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest Head-to-head statistics for Sun 17 May, 2026 @ 9:00 Premier League
Premier League 2025-2026 – Regular Season
#
Club
M
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pt
3
15
5
6
37
27
10
50
4
12
9
5
47
37
10
45
5
12
8
6
47
30
17
44
16
▼
7
8
11
36
37
-1
29
17
7
6
13
25
38
-13
27
18
6
6
14
32
49
-17
24
Manchester United
VS
Nottingham Forest
Last 7 Head-to-Head Matches
3
Wins
1
Draws
3
Wins
Attack
Goals Scored
1.9 (13)
1.4 (10)
xG
1.40
1.10
Shots
17.7 (124)
9.6 (67)
Shots on Target
7 (49)
2.4 (17)
Corners
7.7 (54)
4.9 (34)
Defense
Conceded
1.4 (10)
1.9 (13)
xGa
1.10
1.40
Clean Sheets
2 (29%)
1 (14%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
2.4 (17)
1.9 (13)
Red Cards
0 (0)
0.1 (1)
Fouls
9.7 (68)
9.7 (68)
Offsides
1.6 (11)
1.4 (10)
Last 6 Matches
Manchester United
VS
Nottingham Forest
4/6 (67%)
Victories
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Draws
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Defeats
2/6 (33%)
2.33
PPG
1.50
2.00
Avg Goals Scored
1.33
1.17
Avg Goals Conceded
0.83
67%
BTTS %
33%
33%
Over 2.5 Goals Scored %
17%
1.40
Avg xG
1.45
Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest: Pre-match Stats Comparison
This section provides average statistics and percentages on the main markets for the last 10 matches of both teams ℹ️
Home/Away: Shows home matches for Manchester United and away matches for Nottingham Forest
Number of goals
Manchester United
Under
Over
Nottingham Forest
Under
Over
0.5
0%
0
100%
10
30%
3
70%
7
1.5
50%
5
50%
5
60%
6
40%
4
2.5
80%
8
20%
2
80%
8
20%
2
3.5
100%
10
0%
0
90%
9
10%
1
4.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
Both teams to score
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
Yes
70%
7
50%
5
No
30%
3
50%
5
1X2
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
1
50%
5
30%
3
X
40%
4
40%
4
2
10%
1
30%
3
Double Chance
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
12
60%
6
60%
6
1X
90%
9
70%
7
X2
50%
5
70%
7
Total Goals
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
0-1
10%
1
30%
3
2-3
60%
6
30%
3
4+
30%
3
40%
4
Total Corners
Manchester United
Under
Over
Nottingham Forest
Under
Over
7.5
90%
9
10%
1
80%
8
20%
2
8.5
100%
10
0%
0
90%
9
10%
1
9.5
100%
10
0%
0
90%
9
10%
1
10.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
Clean Sheet
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
Yes
30%
3
40%
4
No
70%
7
60%
6
1X2 HT - FT
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
HT 1 - FT 1
30%
3
20%
2
HT 1 - FT 2
0%
0
0%
0
HT 1 - FT X
0%
0
0%
0
HT 2 - FT 1
0%
0
10%
1
HT 2 - FT 2
10%
1
20%
2
HT 2 - FT X
10%
1
10%
1
HT X - FT 1
20%
2
0%
0
HT X - FT 2
0%
0
10%
1
HT X - FT X
30%
3
30%
3
xG(xGa)
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
xG
1.4
1.49
xGa
1.01
1.43
Number of goals
Manchester United
Under
Over
Nottingham Forest
Under
Over
0.5
50%
5
50%
5
70%
7
30%
3
1.5
100%
10
0%
0
90%
9
10%
1
2.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
3.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
4.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
Both teams to score
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
Yes
20%
2
10%
1
No
80%
8
90%
9
1X2
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
1
30%
3
20%
2
X
50%
5
40%
4
2
20%
2
40%
4
Double Chance
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
12
50%
5
60%
6
1X
80%
8
60%
6
X2
70%
7
80%
8
Total Goals
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
0-1
80%
8
60%
6
2-3
20%
2
40%
4
4+
0%
0
0%
0
Clean Sheet
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
Yes
60%
6
50%
5
No
40%
4
50%
5
Number of goals
Manchester United
Under
Over
Nottingham Forest
Under
Over
0.5
20%
2
80%
8
40%
4
60%
6
1.5
60%
6
40%
4
70%
7
30%
3
2.5
100%
10
0%
0
90%
9
10%
1
3.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
4.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
Both teams to score
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
Yes
60%
6
30%
3
No
40%
4
70%
7
1X2
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
1
40%
4
40%
4
X
60%
6
40%
4
2
0%
0
20%
2
Double Chance
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
12
40%
4
60%
6
1X
100%
10
80%
8
X2
60%
6
60%
6
Total Goals
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
0-1
30%
3
50%
5
2-3
60%
6
40%
4
4+
10%
1
10%
1
Clean Sheet
Manchester United
Nottingham Forest
Yes
40%
4
60%
6
No
60%
6
40%
4
1.74
xG
1.44
56%
Ball Possession
44%
16
Total Shots
12
6
Shots on Goal
4
10
Shots Off Goal
7
6
Corners
5
2
Yellow Cards
2
Reports: Liverpool and Man City Keeping a Close Eye on 'Exceptional' Bundesliga Star
Adam Wharton impresses with his exceptional passing skills as stats reveal he outshines Manchester United players.
Premier League Odds: Manchester City Reduced to 13/10 for Title After Arsenal's Defeat to Villa
Tottenham Targets Barcelona Superstar in Transfer Race
Transfer Roundup: Liverpool Eyes Bundesliga Star, Man Utd Secures Key Signing, Tottenham Pursues £40m ‘Leader’
Report: Man United Aiming to Intensify Efforts to Acquire Premier League Star
Alan Shearer's Premier League Insights: Shearer's Forecasts for Matchday 15 on
Arsenal Competes with Manchester United for Bundesliga Star Priced at €55m
Report: Manchester United poised to compete with Arsenal for Bundesliga defender signing
Top Premier League Stars Expected to Shine at AFCON 2025