ShareSunday’s relegation six-pointer could have a big bearing on the survival chances of Tottenham Hotspur and Nottingham Forest.By Graham RuthvenSix-pointerThe stakes could hardly be any higher for Tottenham Hotspur and Nottingham Forest ahead of Sunday’s encounter. Their status as a Premier League club could be on the line.One point is all that separates the two teams in the table with Spurs and Forest perched precariously above the relegation zone. Depending on how West Ham fare against Aston Villa, either side could end the weekend in the bottom three.The relegation battle – prior to Saturday’s gamesSpurs have reason for optimism after Wednesday’s encouraging showing against Atlético Madrid. While Igor Tudor’s team exited the Champions League, their 3-2 win lifted the mood around the North London club. It might prove to be a turning point.Forest also found encouragement on the continent during the week, overturning a 1-0 deficit to beat FC Midtjylland on penalties and make the quarter-finals of the Europa League.Tottenham are without a win in their last 12 league outings while Forest are winless in their last seven league games. Sunday’s meeting is a massive match for all concerned. Survival is at stake.Key playersXavi Simons produced his best performance as a Spurs shirt against Atlético Madrid, scoring twice and giving Tudor the sort of creative spark he has linked since taking over as the club’s interim manager.Mathys Tel was also impressive in the Champions League and so Tudor could hand the Frenchman a starting role against Nottingham Forest while Randal Kolo Muani may keep his place as Tottenham’s number nine.Archie Gray caught the eye against Atleti and could be deployed in central midfield again to get Tottenham on the front-foot. Gray was exceptional at winning the ball in the middle of the pitch in the Champions League. His energy could be useful against Forest.On their day, Cristian Romero and Micky Van de Ven are two of the best centre backs in the Premier League. Those days, however, have been too few and far between this season.Morgan Gibbs-White came close to joining Spurs last summer and is pushing Nottingham Forest away from relegation danger more than any other player, scoring eight times in the league this season.Box-to-box midfielder Elliot Anderson will be the driving force for the visiting team through the centre of the pitch. Only Omari Hutchison has created more Big Chances than the England international has for Forest this season.Team newsWhile Tottenham’s injury woes have eased in recent weeks, Tudor is still without a number of important players for the visit of Nottingham Forest to North London this weekend.Mohammed Kudus, Lucas Bergvall, Ben Davies and Wilson Odobert are all unavailable through injury for Spurs with Richarlison ready for selection again following suspension against Atlético Madrid.Chris Wood, Nicolo Savona, John Victor and Willy Boly are all expected to miss out this weekend. Nikola Milenković could return to the Forest starting lineup after coming off the bench against FC Midtjylland.PredictionIt’s been a calamitous season for both clubs but we suspect the relegation picture will be no clearer following a result here that helps neither side: Tottenham Hotspur 1-1 Nottingham Forest.(Cover image from IMAGO)You can follow every game from the Premier League with FotMob – featuring deep stats coverage, xG, and player ratings. Download the free app here.Sunday’s relegation six-pointer could have a big bearing on the survival chances of Tottenham Hotspur and Nottingham Forest.By Graham RuthvenSix-pointerThe stakes could hardly be any higher for Tottenham Hotspur and Nottingham Forest ahead of Sunday’s encounter. Their status as a Premier League club could be on the line.One point is all that separates the two teams in the table with Spurs and Forest perched precariously above the relegation zone. Depending on how West Ham fare against Aston Villa, either side could end the weekend in the bottom three.The relegation battle – prior to Saturday’s gamesSpurs have reason for optimism after Wednesday’s encouraging showing against Atlético Madrid. While Igor Tudor’s team exited the Champions League, their 3-2 win lifted the mood around the North London club. It might prove to be a turning point.Forest also found encouragement on the continent during the week, overturning a 1-0 deficit to beat FC Midtjylland on penalties and make the quarter-finals of the Europa League.Tottenham are without a win in their last 12 league outings while Forest are winless in their last seven league games. Sunday’s meeting is a massive match for all concerned. Survival is at stake.Key playersXavi Simons produced his best performance as a Spurs shirt against Atlético Madrid, scoring twice and giving Tudor the sort of creative spark he has linked since taking over as the club’s interim manager.Mathys Tel was also impressive in the Champions League and so Tudor could hand the Frenchman a starting role against Nottingham Forest while Randal Kolo Muani may keep his place as Tottenham’s number nine.Archie Gray caught the eye against Atleti and could be deployed in central midfield again to get Tottenham on the front-foot. Gray was exceptional at winning the ball in the middle of the pitch in the Champions League. His energy could be useful against Forest.On their day, Cristian Romero and Micky Van de Ven are two of the best centre backs in the Premier League. Those days, however, have been too few and far between this season.Morgan Gibbs-White came close to joining Spurs last summer and is pushing Nottingham Forest away from relegation danger more than any other player, scoring eight times in the league this season.Box-to-box midfielder Elliot Anderson will be the driving force for the visiting team through the centre of the pitch. Only Omari Hutchison has created more Big Chances than the England international has for Forest this season.Team newsWhile Tottenham’s injury woes have eased in recent weeks, Tudor is still without a number of important players for the visit of Nottingham Forest to North London this weekend.Mohammed Kudus, Lucas Bergvall, Ben Davies and Wilson Odobert are all unavailable through injury for Spurs with Richarlison ready for selection again following suspension against Atlético Madrid.Chris Wood, Nicolo Savona, John Victor and Willy Boly are all expected to miss out this weekend. Nikola Milenković could return to the Forest starting lineup after coming off the bench against FC Midtjylland.PredictionIt’s been a calamitous season for both clubs but we suspect the relegation picture will be no clearer following a result here that helps neither side: Tottenham Hotspur 1-1 Nottingham Forest.(Cover image from IMAGO)You can follow every game from the Premier League with FotMob – featuring deep stats coverage, xG, and player ratings. Download the free app here.