Brighton and Forest are battling for a semi-final spot in what has become a wide-open FA Cup
Hurzeler 'won't discuss' 7-0 Forest thumping ahead of FA Cup rematch
Brighton host Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup quarter-finals with the aim of reaching the final four and moving one step closer to the final at Wembley.
Fabian Hurzeler’s men will also hope to avenge their worst result of the year when they were beaten 7-0 by Forest in the Premier League a month ago.
Forest will be the favourites to progress to the next round which would be a fine reward for their outstanding season. Nuno Espirito Santo has led his team up to third in the Premier League table and they will have eyes on qualifying for the Champions League.
Should they be victorious at the Amex Stadium, Forest will reach their first FA Cup semi-final since 1991 while for Brighton they are seeking to reach a first final in this competition since 1983, although they have made two semi-finals in the past six seasons.
Follow all the FA Cup action and updates with our live blog below:
Brighton vs Nottingham Forest LIVE
Brighton host Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup with kick-off at 5.15pm, live on BBC One
The Seagulls were beaten 7-0 by Forest in February
Nuno Espirito Santo hopes to lead Forest to first FA Cup semi-final since 1991
Brighton team news
For the hosts, Tariq Lamptey is out with an ankle issue having only just served suspension.
There will be late fitness tests for Lewis Dunk, Solly March, Joel Veltman and Matthew O'Riley, who could all make a return to the squad.
Ferdi Kadioglu is slightly further from a return, while Igor Julio, James Milner and Jason Steele are the long-term absentees.
Fabian Hurzeler faces a number of late fitness calls
Fabian Hurzeler faces a number of late fitness calls (Mike Egerton/PA Wire)
Will Castle29 March 2025 15:00
Is Brighton vs Nottingham Forest on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch FA Cup quarter-final
The FA Cup quarter-final will kick off at 5.15pm on Saturday, 29 March at the Amex Stadium in Brighton.
How can I watch it?
The match will be shown free-to-air on BBC One, with coverage starting at 5pm. Subscribers can also stream the action online via BBC iPlayer.
Will Castle29 March 2025 14:45
Brighton vs Nottingham Forest LIVE
Good afternoon and welcome to The Independent’s live coverage of today’s FA Cup quarter-final clash between Brighton and Nottingham Forest.
Two sides who have their tails up in the Premier League, both Brighton and Champions League-chasing Forest will fancy their chances of silverware this season and will look to go one step closer to FA Cup glory this evening.
We’ve got all the build-up and play-by-play action, right here.
Will Castle29 March 2025 14:30