Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
Morgan Gibbs-White, who joined Nottingham Forest in 2022 from Wolverhampton Wanderers, described the season as a rollercoaster, featuring both a relegation battle and a run to the UEFA Europa League semi-finals. He notably scored the decisive goal that eliminated Porto in the quarter-finals, highlighting his impact on the team's European progress.
Looking ahead to the semi-finals against Aston Villa, Gibbs-White said the match will be challenging given Villa’s physicality and experience in European and Champions League competitions. He expressed excitement and determination to win both legs, emphasizing how facing different opponents weekly in the Premier League and Europe keeps the team prepared.
The midfielder reflected on Nottingham Forest’s achievement in reaching the Europa League, noting that qualifying after finishing seventh the previous season was significant for the club. He stated that the objective is to advance further and provide fans with memorable European experiences that can be shared across generations.
On the influence of new coach Vítor Pereira, Gibbs-White said one of Pereira's first priorities was to clearly convey his playing philosophy, which the team has embraced, resulting in visible improvements. Pereira’s main message focuses on unity and fighting for every moment during matches.