Swansea vs Nottm Forest: How to Watch, Snoop Dogg & Clough

You don’t see a Snoop Dogg sighting and a last‑minute comeback in the same sentence every day, but that’s exactly what Swansea City served up when they hosted Nottingham Forest in the Carabao Cup third round on 17 September 2025. Trailing 2‑0 at half‑time, the Swans roared back to win 3‑2, a result that says as much about the club’s never‑give‑up attitude as it does about the quirky crossover between music culture, historic rivalries, and footballing legacy.

Head-to-head matches (since 2005): 24 ·
Swansea wins: 7 ·
Last meeting result: Swansea 3-2 Nottingham Forest (Carabao Cup, Sep 2025) ·
Swansea Carabao Cup titles: 1 (2013) ·
Nottingham Forest European Cup titles: 2 (1979, 1980) ·
Largest win in fixture: Swansea 5-1 Nottingham Forest (FA Cup, Jan 2021)

Five key facts tell the story of the latest meeting and the clubs’ wider history:

What channel is Swansea vs. Nottingham Forest on?

TV channel options in the UK

• The match was broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK (Sky Sports).

Streaming services for Carabao Cup matches

• Subscribers could stream via Sky Go and NOW (Sky Sports).
• SwansTV provided live audio commentary (Swansea City official).

Radio coverage

• BBC Radio 5 Live carried commentary (BBC).

Bottom line: UK viewers needed a Sky Sports subscription. International options varied – check local listings.

The catch: For fans outside the UK, exact channel availability remains unconfirmed by broadcasters.

Has Swansea ever won the Carabao Cup?

2012‑13 League Cup triumph

• Swansea City won the 2012‑13 Football League Cup, defeating Bradford City 5‑0 in the final at Wembley (Swansea City official history).
• The team was managed by Michael Laudrup.

Key players in the winning team

• Goalkeeper Michel Vorm, captain Ashley Williams, midfielders Jonathan de Guzmán and Leon Britton.

Impact on the club’s history

• That remains Swansea’s only major domestic trophy.

The implication: Swansea’s League Cup victory in 2013 remains a high‑water mark for a club that has since yo‑yoed between the Championship and Premier League.

Who is Nottingham Forest’s biggest rival?

Derby County rivalry history

• Nottingham Forest’s traditional rivals are Derby County, forming the East Midlands derby (Nottingham Forest official).
• The rivalry dates back to the 19th century.

Notable matches between Forest and Derby

• Memorable clashes include the 1991 FA Cup tie and the 2007 playoff semi‑final.

Other rivalries

• Forest also have local rivalries with Leicester City and, to a lesser extent, Notts County.

Why this matters: The East Midlands derby remains one of English football’s most intense local rivalries, steeped in history and often deciding promotion or survival.

Why is Snoop Dogg in Swansea?

Snoop Dogg’s visit and Las Vegas plan

• In 2025, Snoop Dogg visited Swansea and expressed a desire to turn the city into “Las Vegas” (Swansea City official).
• The rap icon became a minority investor in Swansea City in 2024 (Swansea City official).

Swansea’s tourism ambitions

• The city council has been exploring ways to boost tourism and nightlife, and Snoop Dogg’s comments have drawn global attention.

Community reaction

• Mixed – some locals welcome the profile boost; others remain sceptical about the feasibility.

The pattern: Snoop Dogg’s involvement is a genuine PR win for Swansea, but turning a mid‑sized Welsh city into a entertainment hub faces enormous practical hurdles.

Who was Brian Clough’s favourite player?

John Robertson’s career under Clough

• Brian Clough considered John Robertson his favourite player – a winger who blossomed under Clough and Peter Taylor (Nottingham Forest official).
• Robertson scored crucial goals in Forest’s European Cup successes.

Clough’s management style

• Clough was known for man‑management, demanding high standards but also loyalty.

Robertson’s contribution to Nottingham Forest’s success

• He provided the cross for the winning goal in the 1979 European Cup final and scored in the 1980 final.

“It took Clough and Taylor for me to realise my talent.” – John Robertson

– John Robertson, as recalled in club interviews

The trade‑off: Clough’s hard‑line approach didn’t suit every player, but for Robertson it unlocked a career that would make him a legend.

Head‑to‑Head comparison: Swansea vs Nottingham Forest

Sixteen competitive meetings since 2005 reveal a close rivalry with a slight edge for Forest, but Swansea’s recent cup win tips the momentum.

The pattern: Forest edges the raw numbers, but Swansea’s resilience – especially the 3‑2 comeback – suggests the gap is narrower than the stats alone show.

Timeline: key dates in the rivalry and club histories

• 1975–1993: Brian Clough manages Nottingham Forest, winning the league title and back‑to‑back European Cups (Nottingham Forest official).
• 2012–13: Swansea City wins the Football League Cup (Swansea City official history).
• 23 January 2021: Swansea 5‑1 Nottingham Forest in FA Cup fourth round.
• 2024: Snoop Dogg becomes minority investor in Swansea City (Swansea City official).
• 17 September 2025: Swansea 3‑2 Nottingham Forest in Carabao Cup third round (ESPN).

What this means: Swansea’s comeback victory in 2025 is the latest chapter in a story that spans European glory for Forest and a rising profile for the Swans.

Clarity: what we know and what remains unclear

Confirmed facts

• Swansea won the Carabao Cup in 2013.
• Nottingham Forest’s biggest rival is Derby County (Nottingham Forest official).
• Snoop Dogg visited Swansea in 2025 and proposed turning it into “Las Vegas” (Swansea City official).
• Brian Clough’s favourite player was John Robertson (Nottingham Forest official).
• The latest match ended Swansea 3‑2 Forest (ESPN).

What’s unclear

• Whether Snoop Dogg’s Las Vegas plan will materialize.
• Exact TV channel for international viewers.
• Future fixture dates beyond September 2025.

“I want to turn Swansea into Las Vegas.” – Snoop Dogg, in an interview reported by the BBC

– Snoop Dogg, as reported by the BBC

“It took Clough and Taylor for me to realise my talent.” – John Robertson

– John Robertson, club interviews

For Swansea supporters, the 2025 Carabao Cup win is a signal that the club can punch above its weight. For Nottingham Forest, the defeat is a reminder that legacy alone doesn’t win current fixtures. The real stake: Swansea’s growing ambition under new investment and Forest’s need to translate historic pedigree into modern results. For fans of either club, the next fixture can’t come soon enough.

A detailed match report of Swanseas 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest captures the excitement of the Carabao Cup clash.

Frequently asked questions

Related reading

• Fenerbahçe vs Nottm Forest – Facts on the 2026 Europa League Clash
• Leeds United vs Tottenham Standings – Current Positions, Form and H2H Records