Dyche: Still long way to go

SEAN Dyche has played down suggestions of Nottingham Forest's clash with West Ham United being a potential relegation decider.

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But the Reds head coach is under no illusions about the significance of tonight's game in the capital (8pm). And he admits it would be "very helpful" to their cause if the visitors come out on top.

Three points for Forest at the London Stadium would increase their buffer over the 18th-placed Hammers to seven points. On the other hand, if the result goes in favour of the hosts it would undoubtedly fray a few nerves on the banks of the Trent.

Asked about the game being seen as a six-pointer, Dyche said: "It's just an easy line to use.