Nottingham Forest’s Predicted Lineup Against Sporting Braga

Nottingham Forest is set to face Sporting Braga tonight, with the aim of winning to move into the top eight of the Europa League.

Under Sean Dyche, the team has found its footing in this season’s Europa League, currently ranked 11th. Despite mixed results in the domestic league, they posted an impressive win against FC Porto. Securing a win today would enhance their chances for the knockout stage and enable Dyche to achieve a new milestone as an English manager.

Nottingham Forest Team News

Sean Dyche has welcomed back key defensive players during the season. The squad now includes Ola Aina and goalkeeper Angus Gunn. Gunn replaces John Victor, who is recovering from knee surgery, while Aina returns after his own injury layoff.

Matz Sels is likely to retain his position in goal for this crucial match. Chris Wood is ruled out due to a knee injury, increasing the attacking responsibility on Igor Jesus. The Brazilian has netted eight goals this season and will be supported by Morgan Gibbs-White, Callum Hudson-Odoi, and Dan Ndoye.

Nottingham Forest Predicted Lineup

Nottingham Forest predicted XI: Sels; Savona, Milenkovic, Murillo, Williams; Anderson, Luiz; Ndoye, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Jesus

When will the match kick off?

The Europa League match is scheduled at the Estádio Municipal de Braga on Thursday, 22 January 2026, with kick-off at 20:00 GMT.

How to watch Sporting Braga vs Nottingham Forest?

In the UK, viewers can watch the match live on TNT Sports 1, with coverage starting at 19:00 GMT on television and the discovery+ app.

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