'Form goes out of the window' before 'great spectacle'

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Aston Villa fan Kevin Clarke and Nottingham Forest supporter Ben Marshal have both spoken to BBC Radio 5 Live Breakfast before the teams meet in Thursday's Europa League semi-final second leg.

"In this game, Unai Emery needs to go for it," said Clarke.

"He needs the wingers to be high early and we need to go at Forest rather than do what we normally do which is sit in and wait for the opportunity. I'm excited and I think we will do it.

"Home advantage is going to be big. We have got the drums going tonight, it will be hostile for Forest. I can't wait to get to the final. It's going to be a good night, I can feel it. I think 3-0 Villa.

"We have to go for it. We can't let Forest get into the game and get a goal because it will be over for us. Back the boys, people, and we can do it."

Marshal responded: "Morgan Gibbs-White's fitness is a big concern for Forest,"

"He's been a talisman and found form at just the right time. Looking at the pictures, I would be surprised if he starts, but James McAtee had a good game on Monday, has performed well in Europe and is a good understudy.

"These players have got something to prove. When they get the chance to do that they are thirsty for success. I think there is a confidence among Forest fans. Villa are a great side and Emery is a proven manager in this competition, so we won't be celebrating until it's a done deal.

"I think it will be a really cagey game, won and lost on the transition in midfield. That's where Elliot Anderson will hopefully control the game for us.

"Form goes out of the window. It's a one-off game between two proper English sides and it will be a great spectacle."

Listen to the full chat from 19'00 on BBC Sounds