Every competitive match Nottingham Forest played in 1885–86 — 3 matches, 2 won, 0 drawn, 1 lost, with scorers and attendances where the record holds them.
| Date | Competition | Venue | Opponent | Their season | Score | Scorers | Att |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct 1885 | FA Cup | H | Mellors | 6–2 | Frederick Fox, Thomas Danks, George Tutin, George Tutin, George Tutin, George Tutin | ||
| 21 Nov 1885 | FA Cup | H | Notts Olympic | 4–1 | Salathiel Norman, George Unwin, George Unwin, Teddy Leighton | ||
| 12 Dec 1885 | FA Cup | A | Staveley | 1–2 | Tinsley Lindley |
11 of the goals in this season carry a named scorer.
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