Nottingham Forest beat Brighton on penalties and reach the semi-finals of the English League Cup
Nuno Espírito Santo’s team, third in the Premier League, continues to search for a title that it has not won for more than 60 years
Summary
Nottingham Forest beat Brighton on penalties on Saturday to secure a place in the FA Cup semi-finals. Nuno Espírito Santo’s side, playing away from home, beat the hosts 4-3 in the final after a 0-0 draw in regulation and extra time. Goalkeeper Sels, who saved two penalties, was the hero of the game.
HEAD TO WEMBLEY!
Forest have now secured their place at Wembley, the legendary and main venue of English football, where the semi-finals and the FA Cup final are played. However, their opponents will only be known on Sunday afternoon, when the quarter-finals are completed and the semi-final draw will be held. Crystal Palace also secured their place this Saturday, and on Sunday there will be two more games: Bournemouth vs. Manchester City and Preston North End vs. Aston Villa. The next round will have games on April 26 and 27.
HISTORICAL SEASON
Forest have been enjoying a great season under Nuno Espírito Santo. The team remains firm in the Premier League, where they are in third place and dream of a place in next year’s Champions League. Now, they have a real chance of winning the FA Cup, the oldest club competition in the world – a trophy they haven’t lifted since 1959.
