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Forest Fans 'over the Moon' as First European Journey in 29 Years Begins
Nottingham Forest returns to European football after 30 years under new coach Ange Postecoglou in their Europa League opener against Real Betis, recent Conference League finalists.
- On Wednesday, September 24, Nottingham Forest returns to European competition after three decades, facing Real Betis in their UEFA Europa League opener at La Cartuja with an 8:00 p.m. kickoff.
- Ange Postecoglou took charge last week after Nuno Espirito Santo departed, and Forest are still seeking a first win after two losses and a draw.
- Team news shows Real Betis will be without Isco and Nelson Deossa after beating Real Sociedad 3-1, with bet-builder odds listing Real Betis to win at 23/20.
- The Europa League's new format uses a 36-team single-standings format where teams play eight different opponents during the league phase.
- Having succeeded in Europe last year, Betis face a step up in quality while Forest seek cohesion under Ange Postecoglou, fired by Tottenham despite winning the Europa League.
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