Tough moments helped Forest be 'more united'

Nuno Espirito Santo says the tough moments at the club during his first 12 months at Nottingham Forest have only made his side stronger.

"We started in a very tough situation but I think we were able to do well and face so many obstacles that we had," he told BBC Radio Nottingham. "Always with the sense of togetherness, trying to be together and overcome this.

"That helped us be more united and more resilient, knowing that tough moments only makes us stronger but now is good and we don't even remember anymore.

"I always insisted that the best thing we did - and we are taking advantage now - was to retain the main core of the squad.

"When the last match of the season [against Burnley] was over, we had a conversation. Even though we faced so many problems, we did it without conflict, realising that everybody should and must help.

"That was the beginning of something we now want to improve on and grow. The players are different now."

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