It was a day to remember at the City Ground as Nottingham Forest secured their Premier League status for next season.
Taiwo Awoiyi’s 19th minute goal was enough to give the Reds a 1-0 win over title-chasing Arsenal. And earn Forest all three points. Following Everton’s draw with Wolves earlier in the day, it was enough to guarantee that the Reds will be playing in the Premier League in the 2023/24 campaign.
The fight against the drop has been one full of nerves and twists and turns over the last few weeks, but the result means that Steve Cooper ’s side can watch from afar as they take on Crystal Palace in the final game of the season next weekend.
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The full time whistle against Arsenal sparked scenes of celebration. But it wasn’t just at the City Ground where there were cheers, with the result also securing the Premier League title for Manchester City for a third season in a row.
Concentration for Forest will be on their achievements this season. Following the game, a number of members of the squad took to social media to give their reaction and send messages to fans. Here’s a roundup of what has been said.
Morgan Gibbs-White : We as a family did it.
Felipe : We achieved our big goal, I'm happy to be able to help the team in this challenge, today was an incredible night for me, I experienced something different than I've ever experienced, just being here to know how rewarding this moment is, thank you to everyone who sent us strength positive for this to happen.
Renan Lodi : “WE DID IT. Mission accomplished!
Orel Mangala : “WHAT A DAY for Forest
Jesse Lingard : What an achievement , unbelievable job from everyone from staff to players to fans These are the moments we live for
Moussa Niakhate : We stay in PREMIER LEAGUE
Andre Ayew : Job done !! this city ground is unbelievable ! Great group of lads to our fans a big thank you without you all this would not be possible COYR
Taiwo Awoiyi : When JESUS say yes, nobody can say NO
Serge Aurier : Love you guys
Guilian Biancone : WE BUILD OUR FORTRESS DURING THE WHOLE SEASON AND NEXT YEAR WE WILL BE IN PREEEEEEEEEEEM
Brennan Johnson : What a day
Emmanuel Dennis : Am getting drunk tonight staying up you Redsss
Evangelos Marinakis : We continue to write history together! Next season we will be stronger and more competitive. Thank you all for your fantastic support! COME ON YOU REDS
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