Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo expressed the significance of the club’s recent 3-2 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford, marking their first win at the venue since 1994. This achievement holds great importance for the club, as they have fought off relegation in the previous season. Currently sitting in fifth place in the league, Forest have accumulated 25 points from 15 matches, trailing behind defending champions Manchester City by only two points.
Nuno, speaking to Forest TV, described the win as a monumental moment for everyone involved with the club. After so many years, it is finally time to celebrate. He highlighted the impact of scoring the first goal early in the game, emphasizing its significant influence on the outcome.
In addition to their victory at Old Trafford, Forest had previously secured a historic win at Anfield, beating league leaders Liverpool 1-0 in September. Nuno believes that over the past year, the team has undergone substantial growth and development. He praised their ability to control the tempo of the game, showcasing their progress as a cohesive unit. However, he acknowledged that there is still room for improvement, emphasizing the need to rectify mistakes and continue striving for excellence.
Nuno concluded by acknowledging the immense talent within the team, expressing his belief that they have the potential to achieve even greater success. He stressed the importance of daily improvement and learning from their errors in order to reach their full potential.
Forest will be hosting Aston Villa in their upcoming match on Saturday. Aston Villa, who currently sit in sixth place with 25 points, are the opponents for Forest.
