Brentford Defeat Forest, Tighten European Race

Nottingham Forest's Champions League hopes were dented following a 2-0 home defeat to Brentford, with goals from Kevin Schade and Yoane Wissa. The loss leaves Forest in sixth place, missing a chance to move up to third, and marks their third defeat in four games after their FA Cup semi-final exit. The Premier League race for European qualification remains tight, with only four rounds left and five points separating third to seventh, as the top five now qualify for the Champions League. Brentford, unbeaten in four matches, remain in contention for European spots, sitting just two points behind eighth place. Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo expressed disappointment but called for improvement in upcoming games. Brentford manager Thomas Frank highlighted the strength of both teams' seasons and the intensity of the European race.