LONDON: Nuno Espirito Santo said Nottingham Forest are excited to be in the race for a place in the Champions League and FA Cup semi-finals after they beat Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 away from home early this morning.
Forest have reclaimed third place and are in a good position among the five clubs competing for a Champions League spot behind Liverpool and Arsenal.
“We are in a fight that no one expected, including ourselves,” said Nuno.
“We did well against the big teams and it makes us proud. We also accept this challenge,” said the former Spurs manager.
Forest took a two-goal lead in the first 16 minutes through Elliot Anderson and Chris Wood before absorbing Tottenham’s pressure.
They conceded in the 87th minute when Richarlison headed in, but managed to hold on to win.
Forest’s excellent season could be even better this weekend when they face Manchester City in the FA Cup semi-finals.
“We have a big week ahead of us. We’re going to Wembley against a giant team and there are a lot of games ahead of us. As long as we continue this approach, competing well, you never know.”