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Forest Host Midtjylland in First European Home Game Since 1996 as Postecoglou Seeks First Win

Scrutiny grows on the new manager's winless opening stretch against an in-form opponent.

Overview

  • Nottingham Forest face FC Midtjylland in the Europa League at the City Ground on Thursday at 8pm BST, with live coverage on TNT Sports 1 via discovery+.
  • Ange Postecoglou is winless in five matches since replacing Nuno Espírito Santo, saying his side are creating more chances and "dominating in every aspect" without securing results.
  • Centre-back Murillo is expected to be available after a thigh issue, Ola Aina remains out with a hamstring injury, and Douglas Luiz is a doubt.
  • Midtjylland arrive in strong form, having won the vast majority of their recent games, with a reputation for direct play and set-piece strength highlighted by Postecoglou.
  • Morgan Gibbs-White and Chris Wood voiced support for Postecoglou’s methods, while pundit Darren Bent questioned the manager’s early demeanor as pressure builds for a first victory.