After overturning a first-leg deficit against FC Midtjylland in the Europa League round of 16, Nottingham Forest have a quarter-final clash with Porto to look forward to in April.
The club's run to the last eight of the competition has come as a surprise to many, not least because of their poor form domestically.
They will go into the two-legged affair with Porto as the underdogs, but fans will be keen to make the most of both legs, as it could be many years before they find themselves in Europe again.
As such, the away trip to Porto could be the final chance for some Nottingham Forest fans to see their team in Europe for the foreseeable future. If you are planning on making the trip to one of Portugal's finest cities, our guide below has all the information you need to ensure it is a good one.
How many Nottingham Forest fans are going to Porto?
Nottingham Forest are yet to receive official word from Porto over their allocation for the match at the Estadio do Dragao. However, we can take an educated guess based on what other English teams have received when they've played here in recent years.
In 2024, Porto welcomed both Manchester United and Arsenal to their home, and both clubs received around 2,500 tickets. This is 5% of the stadium's capacity, so Nottingham Forest can expect the same.
If this is the figure, Nottingham Forest should have no problem selling the allocation. Given the magnitude of the match and the context around it, there is also a good chance that some Forest fans could travel over to Portugal without tickets.
Where will Nottingham Forest fans sit at the Estadio do Dragao?
Nottingham Forest fans will be placed in the upper tier of the Estadio do Dragao, as it customory in European football. This is a deliberate ploy to try to make visiting teams feel alone on the pitch. The away section is located in the north east of the stadium, specifically gates 19 and 20.
The view of the action here is very good. The stadium was built in the 21st century, so there are no supporting pillars blocking sightlines.
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Full fans' matchday guide for Porto away
Where to eat & drink for Nottingham Forest fans in Porto
Porto is a stunning city, famous for port, so make sure you try a glass of locally produced wine while you're in the city. Aside from that, the best pubs for British football fans in Porto include:
- Bonoparte downtown – P. de Guilherme Gomes Fernandes 40, 4050-150 Porto, Portugal
- Base Porto – Quiosque Jardim, Passeio dos Clérigos, R. das Carmelitas 151, 4050-163 Porto, Portugal
- St Oliver's – R. de Santo Ildefonso 233, 4000-470 Porto, Portugal
How to get to the Estadio do Dragao: Guide for Nottingham Forest fans in Porto
The stadium is located 3.5km away from the city centre, so many fans will choose to leisurely walk to the ground throughout the day, stopping off at bars and restaurants on the way. For those who would rather take public transport, you should use the Porto Metro.
To get to the Estadio do Dragao via the metro, here are your options:
- Line F ORANGE (Fanzeres ⇄ Senhora da Hora)
- Line A BLUE (Estadio do Dragao ⇄ Senhor de Matosinhos)
- Line B RED (Estadio do Dragao ⇄ Póvoa de Varzim)
- Line E VIOLET (Estadio do Dragao ⇄ Airport)