Is Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest on TV? Channel, live stream, kick-off time and team news for the Premier League game

NOTTINGHAM FOREST is back in the Premier League for the first time in 23 years.

Steve Cooper’s men returned to the top flight with a 1-0 win over Huddersfield Town in the Championship play-off final at Wembley.

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And they visit a team that is beginning a new era of its own as Newcastle’s Saudi owners begin their first full season in charge.

Forest have been busy in the transfer market with Jesse Lingard and Neco Williams leading a fresh batch of no fewer than 12 signings.

Newcastle, meanwhile, have strengthened but have been more frugal than many expected.

Defender Sven Botman, goalkeeper Nick Pope and left-back Matt Targett have been their only three signings so far.

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When will Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest kick off?

Newcastle meet Nottingham Forest on Saturday 5 August.

The match starts at 3pm UK time.

It takes place in St. James’ Park.

The last time the sides met, Nottingham Forest won 3-1 in a League Cup second round match at the City Ground in August 2018.

What TV channel is Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest on and can I stream it live?

Unfortunately Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest will not be televised in the UK as it takes place during the 3pm blackout.

Team News

Jonjo Shelvey will not feature in that case for Newcastle after being ruled out for two weeks with a hamstring injury.

New signings Matt Targett, Sven Botman and Nick Pope are all expected to line up for Eddie Howe’s men but it remains to be seen if he will start the trio.

Omar Richards is Nottingham Forest’s only injured absentee as eager fans wait to see who Steve Cooper will pick in his first Premier League squad.

Latest Odds

Newcastle 8/13

Draw on 4.11

Nottingham Forest 9/2

*Betfair odds valid from Tuesday 2nd August