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Bruna Reis

Leeds United boss Javi Gracia makes Nottingham Forest admission ahead of clash

Leeds United boss Javi Gracia says Nottingham Forest have "quality players" and he expects a tough match at Elland Road.

Forest will return to action on Tuesday (7:45pm), on the back of a 1-1 draw with Wolves at the weekend. It is another important game for both sides who are fighting to avoid relegation this season.

While Steve Cooper's side came away 1-0 winners the last time they met in February, Forest have struggled for form on the road, collecting just six points. Leeds, meanwhile, have won just two games of their last five.

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Speaking ahead of the match, Gracia said: "It's the most important part of the season. 10 games left, we know every game is massive for us and for them.

"We are playing at home, and we know how important that is to play with the support of our fans. We know it's our chance to take a big amount of points."

Asked about the Reds' squad and what he expects from the game, Gracia added: "I think they have different options with players, because they signed so many. They can play with different shapes, different players.

"In the last game, they played well and in my opinion have quality players. We have to be aware of them beating us a short time ago and we must do something different in the next game.

"I expect a more offensive game for us than the last one. We competed well. Now playing at home, I expect a different game and a more offensive game with more possession and most importantly a different result."

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