Chris Hughton: “They’re up there for a reason and that’s because they’ve been consistent for most of the season.
“We know they’re a very good side and have been promotion contenders for a big chunk of the season.
“We saw that when we played them at the City Ground.
“Billy Davies has done very well and I think they’ve been genuine promotion rivals to us.
“They remain that going into the game tonight too.
“Our fans have been magnificent this season, especially in the home games.
“They add a massive factor to our chances of winning.
“That will be the case for us once again when Forest come to us.
“We were lucky to have massive numbers at Bristol and Doncaster and now we hope that continues.”