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APRIL 9 • Associated Press

Available for Porto game Wood (knee) is expected to be an option for Thursday's UEL meeting with Porto after training with the team and traveling as part of the squad, manager Vitor Pereira confirmed "He i...

Impact Wood should be able to see minutes, making his comeback to first-team action after several months of inactivity. Having already played and scored a goal for the U21 side, the striker is likely to continue a gradual return to normal workload before challenging Igor Jesus for a starting role. The New Zealand international had generated three goals from 17 shots (seven on target) over nine club appearances in the early stages of the season.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Wednesday Wood (knee) was training Wednesday and is a potential option for Thursday's UEL match against Porto.

Impact Wood has been nearing a return for a hit of time now and looks to be the closest he has been, with the forward able to train Wednesday. This will likely leave him to travel with the squad as well, potentially lining him up to play and make his return as well. He has only two goals in eight appearances this season after a career season with 20 goals in 36 appearances last campaign, so the club is looking to get a boost from his return, as he has not seen the field since October.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Should return against Porto Wood (knee) is targeting a return to the first team in the April 9 Europa League visit to Porto after logging 45 minutes for the Under-21 squad and featuring with Nottingham's B te...

Impact Wood has made big progress in his recovery from a long-term injury, and it seems the next step is for him to get minutes with the main team in European action. The striker scored one goal and created two scoring chances when he played in the first half of a U21 clash with Newcastle on March 20. While the jump to top-division play might be a much tougher challenge for the veteran, he'll likely be involved in a rotation with Igor Jesus, Lorenzo Lucca and Taiwo Awoniyi in upcoming weeks.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Playing with B Team Wood (knee) will play with Nottingham's B Team in a friendly match against Northampton on Friday, according to John Percy of The Telegraph.

Impact Wood seems to be in the final stages of his recovery, and the plan is for him to play up to 60 minutes in this friendly. The goal for Forest is to have the striker ready for the first leg of the UEFA Europa League quarterfinals against FC Porto on April 9.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Return date remains unclear Wood (knee) is uncertain to be available after the March international break, according to manager Vitor Pereira. "I don't know, I don't know. I don't have the information about it...

Impact For what it's worth, Wood is playing with the Forest U21 squad on Friday against Newcastle, so he should be on the verge of returning to action. If he stays healthy and continues his rehab without setbacks, the veteran could be in the mix to face Aston Villa on Sunday, April 12, or perhaps Porto in the Europa League on April 9. Wood hasn't played since Oct. 18 and has been limited to just eight appearances and two goals with Forest in the 2025/26 EPL campaign.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

No date for return yet Wood (knee) doesn't have a clear timetable to return, manager Vitor Pereira told media during Friday's press conference. "I don't know exactly when he can return. The information I...

Impact According to a report from the New Zealand Herald, Wood could be in line to return at some point in April, but Pereira was cautious about that report. The striker hasn't played since Oct. 18, and with him sidelined, Igor Jesus and Lorenzo Lucca will continue to handle the bulk of minutes at striker, with the Brazilian being the first-choice.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Making steady progress Wood (knee) is making "steady progress" but doesn't have a clear return date yet, manager Sean Dyche told media Thursday. "The repair on the knee has gone well and it is just stead...

Impact Wood is on a week-to-week basis, but he's nowhere close to being ready, so the Trick Trees will have to continue waiting to have their veteran striker available for selection. Igor Jesus and Lorenzo Lucca will continue as the main options upfront as long as Wood, who hasn't played since Oct. 18, remains sidelined.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Making slow progress Wood (knee) is progressing but is not ready to return yet, manager Sean Dyche told media Thursday. "Woody is making slow but sure progress."

Impact There's no clear return date for Wood, but at least he seems to be trending in the right direction after what has been an injury-marred season for the striker. Wood hasn't played since Oct. 18, and Igor Jesus will continue as Forest's starting forward as long as Wood remains out.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

No timeframe to return yet Wood (knee) is getting follow-up scans and everything is going well so far, although no timeframe is known for his return, coach Sean Dyche said in a press conference, according to...

Impact Wood is getting regular follow up scans with a specialist for his knee injury, but the striker doesn't have a precise timeframe for his return. Wood has missed all games since mid October after suffering a knee injury with New Zealand that required several surgeries. The striker will miss several months before making his return to the match squad, leaving Igor Jesus to take the starting spot and lead Forest's attack.

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Months away from return Wood (knee) is still sidelined and could take "months, not weeks" to complete his recovery, manager Sean Dyche said in press conference.

Impact Wood underwent surgery in December as he continued to struggle with his knee injury. He hasn't played since Oct. 18, and his return in the 2025/26 campaign looks complicated. This is a problem for the front-line depth of a team that may continue to rely on Igor Jesus and occasionally on Taiwo Awoniyi at center-forward.

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Will undergo another surgery Wood (knee) will undergo another surgery and doesn't have a timetable to return to action, Sarah Clapson of Nottingham Post reports.

Impact Wood has been sidelined since mid-October with a knee problem, but he's set to be sidelined for "another period of time" after posting a photo on his Instagram account while in a hospital bed. Wood doesn't have a clear timetable for his return to action, meaning Igor Jesus will remain as the main option for the striker role for the time being.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still no timeline Wood (knee) has no timeline for his return, BBC Sport reports.

Impact Wood still remains without an exact date for his return despite training on grass. He's been working back stage by stage in his recovery but hasn't progressed quite as well as hoped. Wood is more likely than not going to be targeting a return in Jan. 2026 at this point, with Igor Jesus continuing in the starting XI.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Training on grass Wood (knee) has been training on grass in recent days and is making good progress, coach Sean Dyche said in a press conference, according to Jak Netting from Vavel. "Wood's making...

Impact Wood has been making good progress in his rehabilitation from a knee injury that sidelined him since mid-October, as he has been spotted training on grass in recent days. This is positive news for Forest, although it indicates he still has some way to go before making his return to the match squad. That return could still happen before the end of the year, while Igor Jesus is expected to replace him in the frontline while he is out.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing in recovery Wood (knee) is "making a bit of progress, but it is still early days.", manager Sean Dyche said in press conference ahead of Saturday's trip to Everton, Katie Stafford of BBC Sport...

Impact Wood is still dealing with the issue that has sidelined him since Oct. 18. The striker's return date remains unclear, with Igor Jesus likely to fill in for him in upcoming matches. Wood played nine games across all competitions prior to the injury, scoring three goals over that period.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Wood (knee) is out for Wednesday's match against Wolves, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting of Vavel.

Impact Wood is going to remain sidelined as he continues to recover from his knee injury, a ninth straight game on the sidelines due to his problems. It still remains up in the air when a return could come, a rough spell for the forward who is coming off a career season. He is their starting forward when fit, leaving Igor Jesus to remain in his spot until Wood is fit again.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing vs. Brighton Wood (knee) won't be available for Sunday's game against Brighton and is uncertain when he'll be able to return, manager Sean Dyche told media during Friday's press conference. "It...

Impact Dyche revealed the striker is "feeling good," but isn't ready to participate in competitive action yet. This latest update is far from encouraging, as there's little clarity on when Wood might be able to return to the side. He'll have two chances to play next week -- at Wolverhampton on Wednesday and Everton on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Getting another scan Wood (knee) will get another scan and won't be an option for Saturday's game against Liverpool, manager Sean Dyche confirmed during Thursday's pre-match press conference. "Wood is...

Impact It seems Wood hasn't suffered a new injury, so Wood wouldn't have been available for this game even if there was no new scan to be conducted. The absence of the striker means Igor Jesus should lead the attacking line once again.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will wait for return Wood (knee) is out for Sunday's match against Leeds United, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Sarah Clapson of the Nottingham Post. "I think it's improbable [he plays], unfortun...

Impact Wood was appearing to trend in the right direction for Sunday's match, but will instead hit the sidelines again, with the forward taking caution and waiting until after the international break. This is a five-game streak on the sidelines for the forward, a brutal run after not missing a match all of last season. The good news is he was nearing a return, likely to be fit once they resume play after the break.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Making good progress Wood (knee) is making good progress but remains a doubt for Sunday's clash against Leeds United, coach Sean Dyche said in the press conference, according to the Nottingham Post. "T...

Impact Wood is still dealing with a knee injury and continues to make good progress toward his return to the pitch. The striker was expected to aim for a comeback in Sunday's clash against Leeds United, but based on coach Sean Dyche's latest comment, it wouldn't be surprising to see Wood return to the match squad right after the break against Liverpool on Nov. 22. Until he is fully fit, Igor Jesus is likely to keep the starting role to lead the line.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eyeing Leeds for return Wood (knee) is out for Saturday's match against Manchester United but is eyeing a return against Leeds United on Nov. 9, according to Jak Netting of Vavel. "[Chris] is possible for...

Impact Wood is still not going to make the call this week, but has at least received some positive news, as he is nearing a return and will look to be back in the team sheet next league match. After missing their past two games, this is positive for the club, as he is their typical forward when fit, bagging 20 goals in 36 appearances last season. Igor Jesus will likely see the start in his place once again while he recovers, starting in each of the club's past two games while Wood has been out.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late decision for Sunday Wood (undisclosed) is a late call for Sunday's match against Bournemouth, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting of Vavel. "Woody, we're still waiting on news. It's sett...

Impact Wood is still battling his fitness and will once again be a late call, already missing a midweek match in UEL play. He will need to pass some testing to be an option, with the club still waiting on further news from the medical department. If fit, he will hope to push for his starting role immediately, starting in all but one league match this season.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Thursday Wood is in doubt for Thursday's match against Porto due to an injury, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting of Vavel. "Wood got a knock, it's probably touch and go at t...

Impact Wood looks to be suffering from an injury after he was absent from training Wednesday, unlikely to play in Thursday's UEL match. This is something to monitor for the club, as he is a starting forward for the club, starting in seven of his nine appearances while bagging three goals. That said, his absnece would force a change, with Taiwo Awoniyi or Igor Jesus as possible replacements.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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