Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood has revealed he must manage his knee injury for the rest of his career after returning from six months on the sidelines. The New Zealand international came back in the first leg of Forest's Europa League quarter-final against Porto, starting at Estadio do Dragao in the 1-1 draw.

Wood, 34, underwent knee surgery in December after the injury first occurred last October. The forward acknowledges the chronic nature of his condition, stating it will require constant management throughout his playing days and beyond. His return comes at a crucial time for Forest, who host Porto in Thursday's second leg with a place in the last four at stake.

The injury timeline is particularly significant given Wood's dual objectives: helping Forest secure Premier League survival and earning a World Cup spot with New Zealand. The All Whites face Iran, Egypt, and Belgium in Group G at this summer's tournament. Wood's comeback provides hope for both club and country, though he remains realistic about the ongoing challenges posed by his knee condition.