"Midtjylland are a very strong team from set-pieces, and we're under no illusions we need to be at our best physically and mentally. We take a lot of learning from that night [in the league phase], and hopefully we can put that into place. We have an incredible opportunity to still have a positive season."
"Forest have a 65% win ratio in the first legs of major European knockout ties (won 15/23, D3 L5), but they come up against a Midtjylland side who often relish these occasions. They have won four of their nine matches against English sides in all European competitions (D2 L3), with all four wins coming against different clubs."
Nottingham Forest advanced to the Europa League last 16 by defeating Fenerbahce 4-2 on aggregate after finishing 13th in the league phase. They now face Midtjylland, who previously beat Forest 3-2 at home in October. Forest's Premier League form has deteriorated since that match, currently sitting 17th and one point above relegation. Under new manager Vitor Pereira, Forest have been given a 58% probability of reaching the quarter-finals. Ryan Yates acknowledges Midtjylland's strength from set-pieces and emphasizes the need for maximum physical and mental performance. Forest historically have a 65% win ratio in first legs of major European knockout ties, while Midtjylland have won four of nine matches against English sides in European competition.
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