Preview: Nottingham Forest vs FC Porto prediction, odds, where to watch, time | UEFA Europa League 2025-26 quarter-final second leg
The previous outing between these clubs ended in a 1-1 draw.
Nottingham Forest are now going to lock horns with FC Porto for their second leg quarterfinal fixture of the 2025-26 UEFA Europa League. The City Ground is going to witness this interesting outing.
The Vítor Pereira-led side have secured back-to-back draws in their last two matches. They will be once again at home for their upcoming outing, and it is going to be a big advantage for them. The Garibaldis will have a chance to steal a win and get to the Europa League semifinals.
Nottingham Forest have not been in their best form this season, but under their new head coach, they are showing some signs of fight. The Premier League side will be eager to control the game from the beginning.
FC Porto have shown some good performances this season. They weren’t able to secure a win in their home leg against the Tricky Trees. Being away from home is going to be a tough challenge for them here.
Francesco Farioli’s men have already lost to Nottingham at the City Ground once this season. The Dragons will be looking to come up with a different strategy if they want to take down the English club.
Kick-off:
- Location: Nottingham, England
- Stadium: The City Ground
- Date: Friday, April 17
- Kick-off Time: 12:30 AM IST (Thursday, April 16; 07:00 PM GMT/ 02:00 PM ET/ 11:00 AM PT)
- Referee: Danny Makkelie
- VAR: In use
Form:
Nottingham: D-W-W-D-D
Porto: W-W-D-D-W
Players to Watch
Igor Jesus (Nottingham Forest)
Despite not being in top form, Igor Jesus is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for Nottingham Forest. His performances in the European competition this season have been decent. He will be looking to help his side once again.
In 10 UEL appearances this season, he has scored seven goals.
Pepê (FC Porto)
Pepê was one of the goal scorers for FC Porto in their 3-1 win against Estoril in their Liga Portugal fixture. He will be keen to step up his game so that he can come up with a top performance to help the visitors. The 29-year-old will lead the attack from the right and is yet to score in the ongoing campaign of the Europa League.
Match Facts
- Nottingham Forest are winless in their last seven home matches.
- FC Porto have won three of their last five games.
- This will be the third-ever clash between these clubs.
Nottingham vs Porto: Betting Tips and Odds
- Nottingham Forest to win @126/100 10bet
- Igor Jesus to score @11/4 BetVictor @11/4
- Goals under 3.5 @3/13 Unibet
Injury and Team News
John Victor, Willy Boly, Nicolo Savona and Jair Cunha are not going to be in action for Nottingham Forest. They are injured.
FC Porto will not have Martim Fernandes, Luuk de Jong and Samuel Aghehowa in action due to their injuries. Nehuen Perez might also sit out due to a lack of fitness. Oskar Pietuszewski is suspended.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 2
Nottingham won: 1
Porto won: 0
Draws: 1
Predicted Lineups
Nottingham predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Sels (GK); Aina, Milenkovic, Murillo, Williams; Sangare, Anderson; Hutchinson, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Jesus
FC Porto predicted lineup (4-3-3)
Diogo Costa (GK); Alberto Costa, Silva, Bednarek, Sanusi; Fofana, Rosario, Veiga; Pepe, Moffi, Sainz
Match Prediction
FC Porto will be visiting the City Ground and will be looking to control the game from the beginning. But it is going to be a tough task for them.
The Garibaldis haven’t done well in their last few home games. They will still be eager to put up a strong fight.
Nottingham Forest are likely to bag a victory over the Dragons in their upcoming UEFA Europa League clash.
Prediction: Nottingham 2-1 Porto (3-2 aggregate)
Telecast Details
India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network
UK: TNT Sports
US: Paramount+, TUDN
Middle East/North Africa: beIN Sports
When and where is Nottingham vs Porto Europa League quarterfinal?
Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the City Ground in Nottingham, England. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. GMT.
Where and how to watch UEFA Europa League live in India?
Sony Liv and Sony Sports Network will come up with the live streaming of all matches.
Where and how to watch UEFA Europa League live in UK?
TNT Sports will stream all the games for the fans in the United Kingdom.
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