Fenerbahce manager Pereira emphasized the importance of tactical organization and mentality to win in his pre-match press conference. "Today I hope that I see my team play organised with tactical organisation, and be able to express themselves, play with courage and a mentality to win," he stated.
Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest enters this match under new management following Dyche's departure. The team will be hoping for improved performance from players like Omari Hutchinson, who was described as "underwhelming" in Dyche's final game in charge.