Nottingham Forest vs Fenerbahçe – Predicted Lineup

Published On: February 19, 2026

Nottingham Forest vs Fenerbahçe – Predicted Lineup

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Nottingham Forest travels to the Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium on Thursday for their Europa League play-off first leg.

Following the recent appointment of Vítor Pereira as head coach, the Reds aim to gain an advantage. They finished 13th in the league phase, scoring 15 goals, but have only won three of their last 13 matches across all competitions. A strong performance is essential for Pereira to help stabilize the club as they face a tough Premier League challenge going forward.

Nottingham Forest Team News

Under Vítor Pereira, the squad is dealing with several injuries. First-choice goalkeeper Matz Sels is out with a groin issue, leaving Angus Gunn to start. Chris Wood and Willy Boly are also unavailable due to long-term knee injuries. Igor Jesus will lead the attack, aiming for his seventh goal of the European campaign, which would set a club record for individual scoring in a single season. Murillo will be assessed late due to a calf problem he picked up earlier this month.

Angus Gunn will lead the defense with a back four that includes Nikola Milenković and Morato. Ola Aina and Neco Williams are expected to play as full-backs. In midfield, Ibrahim Sangaré will hold the position, teaming up with Elliot Anderson, who is at risk of suspension after several league bookings. Morgan Gibbs-White will take on the creative role, while Dan Ndoye and Callum Hudson-Odoi will provide width, supporting Igor Jesus in attack.