Nottingham Forest have secured their place in the English FA Cup quarter-finals after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Ipswich Town.
The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Forest holding their nerve to win 5-4 on penalties. Jack Taylor was the only player to miss his spot-kick, sealing Ipswich’s fate and sending Forest through to the next stage of the competition.
Forest’s FA Cup Dream Lives On
With their FA Cup journey still alive, Forest now shift their attention back to the Premier League, where they are in the midst of a thrilling battle for Champions League qualification.
Currently sitting third in the table, they prepare to host reigning champions Manchester City on Saturday. City trail by just one point in fourth place, while several other clubs remain in contention for a top-four finish.
While securing a Champions League spot remains a top priority, the FA Cup offers Forest a golden opportunity to claim silverware. Their last triumph in the competition dates back to 1959, and they will be eager to write a new chapter in their storied history.
