Defeat to Fulham last time out brought Nuno Espirito Santo's side back down to Earth after their 7-0 triumph over Brighton but Forest are still very much in Dreamland, nestled between Arsenal and Manchester City in third.
The Magpies are making waves in the domestic cups this season but defeat at the Etihad last weekend was their third loss in their last four league fixtures.
The Villains have made good progress in the Champions League and FA Cup but Wednesday night's draw against Liverpool means they've now gone five leagues games without a win.
Arne Slot's side may have dropped points to Everton and Villa - not forgetting a shock elimination from the FA Cup at the hands of Plymouth - but they remain clear favourites to lift the Premier League trophy come May.
It's a similar story for Cole Palmer and company, who have celebrated just two wins in their last nine league games in a run that stretches back before Christmas.
