Nottingham Forest vs Porto – Match preview and team news

Nottingham Forest vs Porto – Match preview and team news Nottingham Forest welcome Porto to the City Ground with a Europa League semi-final spot at stake. The two sides are locked level following a hard-fought 1–1 draw in Portugal last week. Vítor Pereira’s men survived heavy pressure to keep the tie balanced for the return leg.

Forest are aiming for their first major European semi-final in thirty years. Porto arrive as seasoned continental campaigners but face a daunting historical record in England. This clash between two-time European champions promises an electric atmosphere in Nottingham tonight.

Forest previously defeated Porto 2–0 at home during the league phase of this competition. However, they have lost their last two Europa League home fixtures during the knockout rounds. Porto are currently leading the Portuguese top flight and remain unbeaten in eight matches.

They aim to secure a sixth consecutive away win in the Europa League tonight. Nottingham Forest vs Porto – Match preview and team news Date: Thursday, 16 April 2026 Kick-off: 20:00 BST Venue: The City Ground, Nottingham Referee: Danny Makkelie (NED) VAR: Ivan Bebek (CRO) Last Meeting: Porto 1–1 Nottingham Forest (9 April 2026) Team news Nottingham Forest The Tricky Trees are boosted by the return of Elliot Anderson from suspension. He is expected to partner Ibrahim Sangaré in the heart of the midfield.