Igor Jesus scores twice for Nottingham Forest but Antony snatches point for Real Betis

The two-time European Cup winners are back in continental competition for the first time since the 1995/96 season.
Igor Jesus celebrates after scoring (AP Photo/Jose Breton)

Igor Jesus celebrates after scoring (AP Photo/Jose Breton)

Nottingham Forest’s first European match in nearly 30 years ended in a 2-2 draw as Manchester United flop Antony’s late strike extended boss Ange Postecoglou’s wait for his maiden victory in charge.

The two-time European Cup winners are back in continental competition for the first time since the 1995/96 season and kicked off the league phase with their toughest-looking assignment.

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