Nottingham Forest face Braga in a crucial Europa League clash with a makeshift forward line. Douglas Luiz starts in a much-changed side, while Sean Dyche has no recognized striker available. Igor Jesus is injured, Chris Wood is sidelined, and Taiwo Awoniyi isn't in the European squad, leaving Ndoye and Bakwa to lead the attack.

This match is pivotal for Forest's top-eight hopes and avoiding a play-off. A win would move them into the automatic qualification spots with one game left. The team arrives with a morale boost after a gritty 0-0 draw against Premier League leaders Arsenal, but Braga sits above them in the standings and is a formidable opponent at home.

Dyche emphasized the need for the right mentality to secure automatic qualification. Forest have won three of their last four Europa League games, showing their capability in this competition. The manager knows Braga can adapt their style, making this a tactical battle. The focus will be on how the makeshift forward line copes in a high-pressure European away fixture.