Overview
- Nottingham Forest were defeated 2-0 by Manchester City in the FA Cup semi-final, with goals from Rico Lewis and Josko Gvardiol proving decisive.
- Head coach Nuno Espirito Santo called the loss 'sad' but emphasized the importance of learning from the experience and focusing on upcoming Premier League fixtures.
- Forest have five league matches remaining to secure a top-five finish and a return to the Champions League for the first time since 1981.
- Key players Ola Aina, Eric da Silva Moreira, and Zach Abbott are managing injuries, with Nuno optimistic about Aina's return before the season ends.
- Forest host Brentford at the City Ground on Thursday, a critical match in their pursuit of European qualification.