Nottingham Forest XI vs Utrecht – Predicted lineup and team news

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·11 décembre 2025

Nottingham Forest XI vs Utrecht – Predicted lineup and team news

Nottingham Forest head to the Netherlands on Thursday night looking to extend their impressive defensive record in Europe.

Impressively, Sean Dyche’s side have kept three consecutive clean sheets in the competition. Therefore, a win here would significantly boost their chances of securing a spot in the Round of 16. However, the Reds must bounce back from a disappointing domestic defeat.

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Previously, they lost 3-0 to Everton at the weekend. Consequently, Dyche will demand a much-improved physical display from his players. Fortunately, history sits on their side against Dutch opposition. In fact, Forest last faced a team from the Netherlands in 1984 when they beat PSV home and away.

Nottingham Forest team news

Sean Dyche is dealing with a significant injury crisis. Ola Aina, Douglas Luiz, and Taiwo Awoniyi are all unavailable due to thigh injuries. Furthermore, Chris Wood and Oleksandr Zinchenko remain on the treatment table. This limits the manager’s options significantly.

In midfield, Ryan Yates is a major doubt after suffering an injury against Everton. Therefore, Nicolás Domínguez is expected to start alongside Ibrahim Sangaré. In defence, Murillo is struggling with a hamstring issue and illness. As a result, Morato will likely continue his partnership with Nikola Milenković. Up front, Arnaud Kalimuendo is expected to lead the line in the absence of other strikers.