Music & methods - why Forest could be Europa League favourites
Summary
Nottingham Forest hosts Aston Villa in the first leg of the Europa League semi-final. Forest, struggling earlier in the season, have improved under new coach Vitor Pereira and hope to win the trophy after decades without major success.Key Facts
- Nottingham Forest won the European Cup twice, in 1979 and 1980.
- Forest have had four managers this season, with Vitor Pereira arriving in February.
- Aston Villa won the old version of the Europa League in 1982 and aims to qualify for the Champions League.
- Forest has gone eight matches unbeaten recently and scored many goals, improving their league form.
- Pereira focuses on building players’ confidence and a clear playing style suited to the squad.
- Pereira uses music during training warm-ups to reduce tension and boost players’ energy.
- Under Pereira, Forest’s defense has improved, conceding only eight goals in eight games.
- Forest creates 30% more big scoring chances and converts 75% more of them since Pereira took charge.
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