Nottingham Forest thrash Sunderland 5-0

Nottingham Forest have taken a major step toward Premier League safety after a dominant 5-0 victory over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.

The win moves Forest eight points clear of the relegation zone with only four matches remaining in the season.

Manager Vitor Pereira praised his players for delivering a 'Champions League level' performance during the crucial away fixture.

Sunderland, already relegated, offered little resistance as Forest scored three times in a clinical first half.

The result puts immense pressure on rivals Tottenham and West Ham as they battle to avoid the final drop spot.