Braga secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest in a tense UEFA Europa League encounter at the Estádio Municipal de Braga, with an unfortunate own goal from Ryan Yates proving the decisive moment.
The Portuguese side emerged victorious despite being under sustained pressure throughout the match. Nottingham Forest dominated possession and created numerous chances, registering 12 shots with five on target. However, Braga's resolute defensive performance, culminating in a crucial clean sheet, ultimately proved decisive.
Yates' 54th-minute own goal was the solitary moment that separated the two sides in a fiercely contested match. The goal came against the run of play, with Forest looking the more likely team to score.
Both teams now turn their attention to domestic fixtures, with Braga set to face Alverca and Nottingham Forest hosting Brentford on January 25, each carrying the weight of this Europa League result.