Ange Postecoglou’s Nottingham Forest are still searching for their first win of the campaign after a shaky start to life under the Australian coach. The Tricky Trees come into this UEFA Europa League clash without a win in seven matches (D3, L4). Their opening game saw them salvage a thrilling 2-2 draw against Real Betis, showing attacking promise but also exposing defensive weaknesses.
For Forest fans at the City Ground, there’s nostalgia and excitement—it’s the club’s first European home game since 1996. However, their recent home record is concerning, with five losses in their last seven games. If Postecoglou is to turn things around, this fixture could be the perfect launchpad.
Midtjylland, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form. The Danish side is on a six-match winning streak in Europe, including a dominant 2-0 win over Sturm Graz on matchday one. They’ve also won all three of their away fixtures during the qualifying rounds, making them a dangerous opponent. Fresh from a 2-1 win over Randers, confidence in Mike Tullberg’s camp is sky-high.
Head-to-Head and Historical Insights
This clash marks the very first meeting between Nottingham Forest and Midtjylland. Interestingly, it is also Forest’s maiden test against Danish opposition. For Midtjylland, there’s history with English sides—they famously beat Manchester United 2-1 in the Europa League back in 2016.
Hot Stats and Streaks
- Forest struggles: No clean sheet in their last 17 matches.
- Postecoglou’s comfort zone: Unbeaten in nine home UEL games as manager (W7, D2).
- Midtjylland’s firepower: 2+ goals in 12 of their last 13 matches.
- Away trend: All four of Midtjylland’s UEL away games last season ended 2-0 (W2, L2).
Key Players to Watch
- Igor Jesus (Forest): Scored twice on matchday one and could write his name into the club’s European history books.
- Aral Şimşir (Midtjylland): With five goals this season—most coming late in games—he is the definition of a clutch player.
Forest will be without Ola Aina, Murillo, and Douglas Luiz, while Midtjylland misses Dani Silva and Mikel Gogorza.
Prediction
This match promises goals and drama. Forest’s defensive vulnerabilities combined with Midtjylland’s attacking form suggest another high-scoring affair. However, with the City Ground buzzing for European football after nearly three decades, expect Postecoglou’s men to deliver that elusive first win finally.
👉 Prediction: Nottingham Forest 3-2 Midtjylland
Expect over 3.5 goals, with both teams finding the net in an open contest.
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