Nuno Espirito Santo, the manager of Nottingham Forest, has revealed his furious reaction to the club’s four-point deduction for breaking financial rules last season. The penalty caused Forest to slide into the relegation zone, leaving them in 18th place on 21 points. However, Nuno remains confident that the team will not be relegated and is determined to bounce back from this setback.
Upon learning of the points deduction, Nuno admitted that he “punched something” out of frustration. However, he quickly realized that the team needed to focus on the task at hand and work hard to overcome the difficult situation. Nuno emphasized the importance of staying together as a team and having the ambition to stay in the Premier League.
Despite the disappointment, Nuno remains confident in Forest’s ability to stay up this season. He attributes this confidence to the team’s strong work ethic, togetherness, and commitment on and off the field. Nuno sees these qualities every day and believes they will be key to their success.
Forest now faces two crucial home games against Crystal Palace and Fulham. These matches will be crucial in their fight for survival and Nuno knows that hard work and determination are essential. He believes that actions speak louder than words and it is time for the team to step up and show what they are capable of.
Regarding the points deduction, Nuno acknowledged that he was expecting some form of penalty but did not know the exact amount. While he did not comment on whether he thought it was fair or unfair, he accepted the reality that Forest now finds themselves in the relegation zone. Instead of dwelling on the decision, Nuno wants the team to focus on working harder and taking action.
In addition to the points deduction, Forest also received a touchline ban and fine for misconduct during their match against Liverpool earlier this month. First-team coach Steven Reid was handed an extended two-match touchline ban and a £5,000 fine for his foul-mouthed abuse towards the referee. Nuno described the incident as a difficult moment and emphasized the importance of controlling emotions, even in challenging situations.
While Forest has appealed the points deduction, Nuno did not discuss the club’s appeal and stated that it was something they could not control. Instead, he wants the team to focus on their upcoming matches and continue working hard to secure their place in the Premier League.
As Forest faces this challenging situation, Nuno’s determination and confidence in the team’s abilities will be crucial. With hard work, togetherness, and commitment, Forest will strive to overcome the points deduction and fight for their place in the Premier League.