Vítor Pereira: 'Management Must Stay, But We Won't Give Up on Europa League' Vítor Pereira, manager of Nottingham Forest, addressed the team’s approach to the UEFA Europa League and their upcoming fixtures, emphasizing resilience and focus. Speaking ahead of a crucial match against FC Porto, Pereira reiterated that the club’s management structure must remain intact, though he stressed that the team’s ambitions in the competition are far from abandoned. “A gestão tem de manter-se, mas isso não quer dizer que desistimos da Liga Europa,” he said, highlighting the importance of maintaining stability while pursuing success. Pereira acknowledged the challenges of balancing the Premier League and Europa League commitments, noting that the team must find the right equilibrium. “É sobre acreditar no nosso trabalho e ser resiliente,” he remarked, underscoring the need for mental and physical preparation. The manager also addressed the absence of Elliot Anderson, who missed training due to personal issues, stating that the club respects his situation while focusing on the upcoming matches. “Não esteve no treino, teve problemas pessoais e temos de respeitar. Para o jogo veremos,” Pereira said, leaving the final decision on Anderson’s availability to the matchday. The Forest manager expressed confidence in his squad’s ability to compete against FC Porto, a team he described as “forte e num bom momento.” He praised the Portuguese giants’ intensity and physicality, noting that their style of play demands full preparation from opponents. “O FC Porto joga de forma intensa, acelerada, pressionante. Têm um perfil de jogo que não é difícil de identificar,” Pereira explained. He emphasized that his team must adapt to these challenges, relying on their own strengths and the support of their fans.#burnley #uefa_europa_league #fc_porto #nottingham_forest #vit_pereira
