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Nat Hayward
BBC Sport journalist

Nuno Espirito Santo has been speaking to the media before Tuesday's Premier League game at home against Manchester United (20:00 BST).

Here are the key lines from his news conference:

• Nuno began by offering an update on Chris Wood's fitness: "He's improving, getting better day by day. We have to assess him day by day. A big contusion so [it is] very painful."

• Asked if he had any other injury worries after the penalty shootout win over Brighton on Saturday in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup, he smiled and said: "Of course we have. After we played extra time and a demanding game, we have to assess them all. I think we are recovering well. The joy and the happiness of coming through and playing at Wembley will for sure give us an extra run for tomorrow."

• On the quick turnaround after playing 120 minutes at Amex Stadium: "It's very difficult on the players but we see them and they are recovering well. They are always being positive so we are confident we can perform again against a good team. In this short turnaround, it is all about recovering. We're going to be OK."

• On the reaction to the win: "It was beautiful - everybody enjoyed. The fans enjoyed it and that is more important than anything. But it lasts so short and here we are again, focused on the game."

• He was pleased for Ryan Yates scoring the winning penalty: "It was a very special moment for him. It was incredible just to see his smile. Club captain, all his life here... he is over the moon."

• However, Nuno said the celebrations are over and Forest's attention has now totally switched: "Total focus only on tomorrow. It's always the same approach. Tomorrow is the most important one."

• On Forest's league position heading into the final stages of the season: "We are delighted. We are delighted that we're going to play more matches and to have chances to perform, to improve and to grow as a club and a squad."

• On the threat posed by visitors Manchester United?: "You can see the quality of the players and quality of the squad. They have quality all over the pitch. They have good options and solutions."

• On Callum Hudson-Odoi's form: "He's improving. He has had some outstanding performances this season and is getting better and better. You have to have pleasure and enjoy who you work with and Callum is a happy boy playing and working with his team-mates."

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Nottingham Forest's season just keeps getting better, but with an FA Cup semi-final and nine games to cement a place in the Champions League, we want to know which you deem to be more important.

A return to Europe's largest competition, or going all out to win silverware?

Let us know

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Would you prefer Champions League qualification or lift the FA Cup?

That is the debate on BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily podcast after Nottingham Forest edged their way into the semi-finals of the FA Cup with a penalty shoot-out win at Brighton.

"We don't give Nuno Espirito Santo enough credit for what he does and how he runs Nottingham Forest tactically," said former Premier League midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker. "But I think Forest's priority will be sealing that Champions League qualification.

"The belief is there that they can get it done. Beating Brighton in the FA Cup is a fantastic bonus that they can add on to an already sensational season. I think nine out of 10 Forest fans will pick Champions League qualification over the FA Cup."

Forest will face Manchester City at Wembley for a place in the FA Cup final, while remaining five points clear of Chelsea who are occupying fourth in the Premier League table.

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We asked for your views on Nottingham Forest's penalty shootout victory against Brighton in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.

Here are some of your comments:

John: Brilliant defensive performance. Brilliant Matz Sels performance. The only negative, as we all know, is not converting chances without Chris Wood. That aside, superb organised performance and total commitment from everyone involved.

Sean: It wasn't the best game of football, and at times we hung on and defended well, but we're showing some real togetherness and mental strength, especially during that penalty shootout. It could've gone wrong after Neco Williams' miss, but we stuck to our jobs and got it done. And it had to be Ryan Yates scoring the goal to send us to Wembley. Perfect ending. Now we're all in the sea. Come on Forest!

Luke: Forest are really good at doing what they do. That performance is our season in a microcosm. Nothing to fear in any of our opponents and Nuno continues to make this season better and better. What a time to be alive!

Malcolm: Forest deserved this win for the superb team display and organisation. Nuno has got them working with great togetherness and they really fight for each other. Fantastic performance.

Mossy: It was a hill to climb, and again after an exhausting game Forest prevailed. Now we have 48 hours' rest to climb a mountain, and get a result against Manchester United.

DJ: Absolutely deserved win based on a tactical masterclass from Nuno again. We broke down 99% of every play Brighton attempted to build. Pundits keep saying Forest's opponents have played poorly but it's because they can't when they're stopped from doing so at every turn. Awesome from players and management - again.

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The draw for the FA Cup semi-finals has been made.

Here are the two ties in the order they were drawn.

Games will be played at Wembley over the final weekend of April.

• Nottingham Forest v Bournemouth or Manchester City

• Crystal Palace v Aston Villa

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Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo, speaking to BBC after his side qualified for the FA Cup semi-finals: "We are so so happy. It was such a stressful moment and to share it with our fans, we are so happy."

On Neco Williams missing penalty: "Gutted. It's so important in the penalty shootout to score after the saved one. But Matz [Sels] saved again. He's been doing really well. It's the third time and we've always been successful. Credit to him."

On Ryan Yates scoring the winner: "It's a huge moment for all of us especially for him, he's been here since a young player."

On team line up: "Perfection doesn't exist but we did really well to control Brighton in terms of their possession. We did well. In the second half, we had chances. Both teams had a chance."

On the overturned penalty: "I rely on the attitude and the reaction of the players, they are the most fair guys."

On the semi-final: "We have to focus on the Premier League but it's going to be a beautiful moment for all of us on our journey."

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Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Matz Sels speaking to BBC after today's penalty shootout victory: "I'm happy. We are going to Wembley. It is amazing for the supporters so I am happy that I could help the team. I am really happy to play at Wembley.

"In penalty shootouts you always need a little bit of luck but I'm really happy. We need to continue now this good performance for Tuesday in the Premier League.

"We kept a clean-sheet, we didn't give away a lot of chances. You need a bit of luck in penalties but now we're focusing on Tuesday which is a big game."

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Nottingham Forest have reached the semi-finals of the FA Cup for the 13th time in their history, most recently doing so in 1991 when they reached the final (lost to Tottenham).

Nottingham Forest are the first team ever to win three penalty shootouts in a single season in the FA Cup.

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Nottingham Forest captain Ryan Yates has been speaking to the BBC about Forest's penalty shootout victory today: "I was a bit nervous to be fair, just so relieved it went in. Matz [Sels] saved two penalties and I just knew I had to capitalise and send us to Wembley.

"It has been an incredible season. We have achieved nothing yet but to send these lot to Wembley again - we know how special it was last time, getting promoted. It will be a special day and I am so pleased for the supporters and overall I think we deserved it."