Vitor Pereira says Nottingham Forest are approaching the final stretch of the season with pure confidence ahead of their Europa League semi-final against Aston Villa.
“I think being positive is the only way to live life,” he said. “We are moving our legs, we are breathing, it’s good weather. The family is happy. We are ready to fight until the end, which is the only mentality I want to see.”
Forest are navigating a demanding run-in, with pressure building both in the Premier League and Europa League, but Pereira is keen to keep his players grounded and focused on what they can control.
Nottingham Forest preparing for semi-final
Looking ahead to the upcoming semi-final, Pereira emphasised the importance of energy and attitude rather than external expectations.
“It will be good energy,” he said. “What I ask every time in training and in games is for good energy.
“With good vibes we can achieve miracles, and in the end, we can be proud of ourselves.
“Almost all of us have a fantastic life,” he said. “When we say it’s a big challenge, of course it is, but it’s a good challenge.
“For some people, it is a challenge to move. This is a good challenge. I work in the Premier League. I have no reason to be worried, I just want to be there, enjoy it and compete.”
