The International Club Friendly between Estoril and Nottingham Forest finished 0-0 at the Estádio António Coimbra da Mota on July 31st, 2025. In a tightly contested clash between Portuguese Primeira Liga and English Premier League opposition, both teams prioritized defensive solidity in their preseason preparations. Nottingham Forest, undertaking a warm-weather training camp, faced a good test against a well-organized Estoril side. The match saw limited clear opportunities, with both midfields working hard to cancel each other out. For Estoril, it was a positive result against top-flight opposition, while Forest manager Steve Cooper will have been pleased with a clean sheet and the minutes in his players' legs. These fixtures are invaluable for building tactical understanding and physical readiness, with the scoreline often a secondary concern for the coaching staff.