Nottingham Forest's appeal against a four-point Premier League deduction has been unsuccessful, upholding their breach of profitability and sustainability rules.

By the Numbers
  • Forest overspent by £34.5 million over three years.
  • They were docked four points but could have faced a six-point penalty.
  • Forest are currently 17th in the table, three points above the relegation zone.
Yes, But

Forest argued they were disadvantaged compared to other clubs with higher spending limits based on their time in the Premier League.

State of Play
  • Forest remain three points clear of relegation with two matches left in the season.
  • They face Chelsea next and then Burnley in their final game.
What's Next

Forest must secure more points than Luton and Burnley to avoid relegation.

Bottom Line

Nottingham Forest's unsuccessful appeal means they now have a clear task ahead to secure their Premier League status by performing on the field.