Igor Jesus' Late Goal Ends Nottingham Forest's European Away Win Drought

Igor Jesus made a significant impact as a substitute for Nottingham Forest, scoring just 82 seconds after entering the pitch to secure a 2-1 victory over Utrecht in the Europa League. This marked a historic win for Forest, ending a 30-year wait for an away win in European competitions, dating back to a victory against Auxerre in 1995.

Jesus's goal came at a crucial moment, helping to lift the spirits of a team that had struggled in recent weeks. He expressed his enthusiasm for contributing to the team's success, highlighting the importance of quick impact upon being introduced.

Despite an early goal from Utrecht that put Forest on the back foot, the team's resilience shone through. With this victory, Forest bolstered their chances for a top-eight finish in their group, enhancing their hopes of automatic qualification for the knockout stages.

Manager Sean Dyche praised the players’ determination and the collective effort needed to secure such an important win. With this spirit and commitment, Forest aims to continue their positive momentum in the remainder of the Europa League campaign, alongside a challenging domestic schedule.