Anthony Elanga scored twice and Nikola Milenkovic had a goal and an assist as Nottingham Forest's first-half surge set the tone for a 4-2 win over slumping Ipswich Town at Portman Road on Saturday.

Nottingham Forest manager Nuno has sent a message to Anthony Elanga after his heroics on Saturday.Forest maintained their chances of finishing in the Premier League top four this season with a win on

A brace by Anthony Elanga helped Nottingham Forest to a comfortable 4-2 win at Ipswich to open up a six-point gap to Manchester City in the battle for Champions League qualification.Forest had boosted their unexpected top-four charge with a late victory over City last Saturday and followed it up with a comprehensive display at Portman Road where three goals in six first-half minutes settled the contest.

Nottingham Forest tightened their grip on third place in the Premier League after edging a six-goal thriller with strugglers Ipswich Town.

Anthony Elanga cuts back onto his left foot and slots home Nottingham Forest's second goal of the afternoon against Ipswich Town at Portman Road.

Anthony Elanga brace helps Forest see off Ipswich and boost Champions League bid - Nottingham Forest made the most of Man City being held at home by Brighton in the race for a top-four finish.