Sean Dyche has stressed the importance of mentality and expectations as Nottingham Forest prepare for a crucial Premier League showdown against West Ham tonight , with both sides locked in a tense battle near the bottom of the table.
Softfootball understands that the Forest boss is under increasing pressure to deliver results after a worrying run of form that has seen his side lose four consecutive matches since their emphatic 3-0 win over Tottenham . That victory briefly lifted the mood around the club, but subsequent defeats have dragged Forest back into relegation danger as the season reaches a decisive phase.
With Nottingham Forest currently sitting 17th in the league on 18 points just four points above West Ham, tonight's encounter carries the feel of a must-win clash for both teams. A positive result could provide much-needed breathing space, while defeat would deepen concerns and intensify scrutiny on the club's direction under Dyche.
