Nottingham Forest are inching closer to Premier League safety, and midfielder Elliot Anderson is crediting the team's fighting spirit after a hard-earned 1-1 draw against Newcastle United. The result, secured by Anderson's late equalizer, extends Forest's unbeaten league run to an impressive eight matches and moves them six points clear of the relegation zone.

The match at the City Ground saw Newcastle take the lead through Harvey Barnes in the second half, but Forest refused to buckle. With just two minutes left on the clock, Anderson struck to salvage a vital point—a moment made even more poignant for the midfielder, who recently lost his mother. "It did mean a lot," Anderson reflected after the game. "A few things going on recently, so it felt really nice."

Forest's survival chances are now looking strong, especially with a vastly superior goal difference over the teams below them. A West Ham loss to Arsenal later today could all but seal their Premier League status for another season. For a club that has weathered four different managers this campaign, this resilience is remarkable.

"One thing the manager said is that this group is full of fighters," Anderson told Sky Sports. "Four managers—it's not been easy. But we've all stuck together and fought for each other."

Boss Nuno Espirito Santo will be pleased with the character shown, especially after a disappointing midweek European exit. "When you're not at your best, it's about not losing points," Anderson added. "And we've picked one good one up."

As the season heads into its final stretch, Forest's never-say-die attitude is exactly the kind of spirit that wins survival—and inspires fans to wear their colors with pride.