Manchester United vs. Nottingham Forest prediction, odds, start time: EFL Cup picks, best bets for Jan. 25

Nottingham Forest are seeking to snap a seven-game losing streak to Manchester United when they host their English League Cup matchup on Wednesday. It is the first leg of their semifinal tie, with the second leg set for next Wednesday at Old Trafford. The Tricky Trees haven't beaten Man United since 1994 (0-1-7) and have been outscored 14-1 in the past three meetings, including a 3-0 setback in late December. Nottingham Forest are back in the Premier League for the first time since 1999 and are in 13th place after a 1-1 draw with Bournemouth on Saturday. The Red Devils are fourth in the EPL table after a disappointing 3-2 loss to league leader Arsenal on Sunday.

Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET at City Ground in Nottingham, England. Caesars Sportsbook lists United as -150 favorites (risk $150 to win $100) in the latest Nottingham Forest vs. Manchester United odds from. Forest are +380 underdogs, a draw is priced at +270 and the over/under for total goals scored is 2.5. Before locking in any Manchester United vs. Nottingham Forest picks or English League Cup bets, make sure you check out the predictions and best bets from SportsLine soccer insider Jon Eimer.