Forest have not played in Europe since the 1995-96 season and have not been in the top-tier of European competition since 1980-81, but are in a strong position to qualify for the Champions League.
They are six points clear of fifth-placed Newcastle and seven ahead of Chelsea and Bournemouth in sixth and seventh.
The top four will definitely qualify for the Champions League next season but that could increase to five depending on English clubs’ success in this year’s competition.
That, and recent history suggests Forest are in a good position.
In each of the past four seasons – and six of the past seven campaigns, teams with 44 points or more after 22 games have gone on to finish in the top four.
Forest have also already played Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City away from home this season – three of their toughest fixtures.
Their next three games on the road – visits to fellow European chasers Bournemouth, Fulham and Newcastle – look crucial.
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