Nottingham Forest defeated Brighton in a penalty shootout to advance to the FA Cup semi-finals, marking their first appearance in this stage of the competition in 34 years. The match, played at the Amex Stadium, was a tense affair with few clear-cut chances, reflecting the fatigue that both teams seemed to exhibit, having recently returned from international duty. Matz Sels, Forest's goalkeeper, was instrumental in their victory, saving two crucial penalties. The Tricky Trees, currently third in the Premier League, are in a strong position to secure Champions League qualification next season.
After three consecutive FA Cup shootouts this season, Forest have become the first team to achieve this feat. The decisive penalty was converted by captain Ryan Yates, who expressed his delight at sending the supporters to Wembley.
Source: BBC Sports Football
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