In his debut as manager of Nottingham Forest, Sean Dyche is set to lead the team against Porto in the Europa League on Thursday. Taking over from Ange Postecoglou, who was recently dismissed, Dyche aims to guide Forest in a positive direction following a challenging start to the season. With his vast experience in management, including his time at Everton before being let go in January, Dyche has high hopes for the talented squad he now has at his disposal.
Facing a few injury concerns such as Ola Aina’s recovery from a hamstring issue, Dyche must also navigate the absence of key players like Taiwo Awoniyi and Omari Hutchinson in the Europa League squad. Known for his preference for a back-four system, Dyche may opt for a different formation than his predecessor’s back-five setup in his first game in charge.
With potential changes to the starting lineup, including the possible inclusion of Chris Wood, Forest could see shifts in their tactics under Dyche’s leadership. Excitement surrounds the debut of Dan Ndoye and Ryan Yates under the new manager, as well as the use of a 4-2-3-1 formation that Dyche is known for. Facing a Porto side with key absences of their own, Forest will need to be on top of their game to secure a positive result.
Injuries to Luuk de Jong and Nehuen Perez, along with ineligibility of Tomas Perez and Yann Karamoh, will impact Porto’s lineup. However, with star striker Samu Aghehowa leading the attack, the Portuguese side will present a strong challenge for Dyche’s Nottingham Forest team. Despite the obstacles, Dyche’s strategic decisions and the talent at his disposal will be crucial in securing a successful debut match for him at the club.
