Nottingham Forest captain Ryan Yates says the club are refusing to focus on Champions League qualification despite their impressive position in the Premier League.
Forest have enjoyed a remarkable campaign and remain firmly involved in the battle for European football. Their performances have generated growing excitement among supporters who are beginning to dream about a place among Europe’s elite.
Speaking about the situation, Softfootball reports that Yates believes the team must remain focused on each individual match rather than becoming distracted by the possibility of Champions League qualification.
Forest have continued to compete strongly against established Premier League sides and have demonstrated considerable consistency during the campaign. Their position in the table has transformed expectations around the club.
However, Yates understands that there is still plenty of work to do before Forest can celebrate any major achievement. The captain believes concentrating on the next fixture will give the team the best opportunity to maintain their strong form.
The possibility of Champions League football would represent a remarkable achievement for Forest, particularly considering the expectations surrounding the club at the beginning of the season.
Yates and his teammates will therefore aim to keep their attention on performances and results. If they continue collecting points, the opportunity to compete in Europe’s biggest club competition could eventually become a reality.
For now, however, the Forest captain insists the squad are keeping their ambitions under control.
