Nottingham Forest are a club on the rise, exceeding expectations throughout the current campaign.
Currently sitting third in the Premier League, the Reds have a strong chance of securing a Champions League spot next season.
Several players have been instrumental in Forest’s success, with Chris Wood netting 18 goals and Matz Sels keeping 12 clean sheets. Their performances have silenced critics, with pundits forced to backtrack on their early-season predictions—Gary Lineker even admitted he was wrong, while Robbie Earle also misjudged the team’s potential.
Morgan Gibbs-White, Callum Hudson-Odoi, and Anthony Elanga have been in outstanding form recently, helping shift the media’s perception of Forest in a positive direction.
What Peter Crouch Told Rio Ferdinand About Forest
TNT Sports gathered their top pundits to reflect on the season so far, with Forest emerging as a key discussion point.
Crouch recently visited the club to train with Joe Cole ahead of their clash with Manchester City. He was struck by the team’s camaraderie and saw firsthand why they’ve been so successful.
Speaking about his experience, Crouch said:
“I’ve had the pleasure of visiting the training ground with Joe Cole, and the unity within the squad is clear. They all get along brilliantly, the staff are fantastic, and they’ve built a strong group with some truly talented players.”
Nuno Espirito Santo Deserves Credit
When Nuno Espirito Santo replaced Steve Cooper, his appointment was met with skepticism. Many dismissed him as a failed manager after his short spell at Tottenham.
However, Espirito Santo was unfairly judged at Spurs, and at Forest, he has proven his doubters wrong.
He has built a strong connection with the fans, and his tactical work behind the scenes is finally getting the recognition it deserves. If Forest secure Champions League football, it would be a testament to his hard work, which began long before the season kicked off.
Peter Crouch tells Rio Ferdinand what was ‘amazing’ after visiting Nottingham Forest training ground
