Nuno acknowledged the disappointment of losing to Manchester City in the FA Cup, but emphasized the importance of moving on and focusing on the league. He encouraged his team to "grieve" and then "get up again" and approach the game with a positive attitude. Nuno's role is to help the team overcome the disappointment and stay motivated to achieve their goals.
The final few games of the season are crucial for Forest, who have five matches left to secure a return to Europe's top club competition. Nuno views these games as finals, emphasizing their importance in the team's fight for a top-four finish. He believes that every game is a big opportunity to make history and that the team should approach each match with a winning mentality.
Nuno also discussed the return of defender Ola Aina, who has been out with a calf injury. The team is monitoring his progress and will assess his fitness before making a decision on his return to the team. Nuno values Aina's contribution to the team, particularly in terms of stability and routine in the back four.
The team is now fully focused on the match against Brentford and Nuno emphasized the importance of staying positive and motivated. He believes that the team has the advantage of being in control of their own destiny and is confident that they can achieve their goals.