"Chris Wood's unstoppable penalty gave Nottingham Forest a narrow first-leg lead in their Europa League semi-final tussle with Aston Villa. The winners will play Braga or Freiburg in Istanbul for the trophy and a place in the Champions League."
"Wood's spot-kick, smashed high beyond Emi Martinez, was his 200th career goal and gives Forest something to defend at Villa Park next week. He has not missed a penalty in 10 years, scoring 28 successive spot-kicks."
Chris Wood scored a decisive penalty for Nottingham Forest in their Europa League semi-final against Aston Villa, marking his 200th career goal. This goal provides Forest with a narrow first-leg advantage. Wood, who has recently returned from a long injury layoff, was described as 'the last piece of the puzzle' by the team's manager. His successful penalty extends his streak to 28 consecutive successful spot-kicks, showcasing his reliability in high-pressure situations.
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