In a historic night under the lights at the City Ground, Nottingham Forest host Hungarian champions Ferencváros tonight, January 29, 2026, in the final matchday of the UEFA Europa League league phase.
For Forest, this is more than just a game—it is their first competitive meeting with Hungarian opposition in their 160-year history.
The High-Stakes European Decider
The City Ground is set for a dramatic conclusion to the league phase as both teams battle for vital knockout positioning.
The Standings & Permutations
Automatic Qualification: Ferencváros enters the night in 7th place (15 points) and is currently in pole position for a direct spot in the Round of 16.
The Play-off Path: Nottingham Forest sits in 16th place (11 points). While they have already guaranteed a spot in the knockout round play-offs, a win tonight is essential to secure home advantage for the second leg of that tie.
The “Long Shot”: Manager Sean Dyche has admitted that jumping into the top eight is a “long shot” for Forest, as it would require a massive swing in results elsewhere across the continent.
