Nottingham Forest aims to continue their winning streak as they face Blackpool in the FA Cup this weekend.
Manager Nuno Espirito Santo faces selection dilemmas due to upcoming Africa Cup of Nations and potential January exits.
Potential changes in the lineup include Joe Worrall starting against Blackpool, Gonzalo Montiel's impressive performance at rightback, and a possible return for Callum HudsonOdoi.
Nottingham Forest is looking to maintain their momentum with backtoback Premier League wins under manager Nuno Espirito Santo when they host Blackpool in the FA Cup. The team will be keen on keeping their good form going into Sunday's third round tie at the City Ground.
Nuno faces an interesting selection dilemma as he assesses his squad ahead of potential January exits. With several players set to participate in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations from January 13 to February 11, including Moussa Niakhate, Cheikhou Kouyate, Willy Boly, Serge Aurier, Ibrahim Sangare and Ola Aina being called up by their countries for the tournament. This could present an opportunity for Joe Worrall to start against Blackpool while also giving other players like Harry Toffolo and Odysseas Vlachodimos a chance.
Gonzalo Montiel has impressed at rightback but there may be a mixup at defense with possible returns for Callum HudsonOdoi or Divock Origi if available. Additionally Ryan Yates stood out against United alongside Danilo who seems to have found some form recently.
The predicted lineup includes Vlachodimos; Williams; Worrall; Murillo; Toffolo; Yates: Danilo Elanga GibbsWhite: HudsonOdoi Wood.