Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper insists he wasn't saying 'goodbye' to the away fans after their 1-1 draw at Wolves.

Cooper insists he was only keen to thank the traveling support for their efforts.

“That's the last thing it was," he said when asked if it felt like a goodbye. “I was saying thank you for the support, you've spent a lot of money this week and dragged the players through challenging times in the game and have a safe journey home. I was just full of gratitude."

“I'm disappointed with the chances we missed. But I'm really proud of the team, away from home, the spirit and the togetherness," Cooper added.

“The players really stood up for themselves today.They paid a tiny, tiny bit back to the supporters (after the 5-0 defeat at Fulham) and have given them a little bit back - only a little bit.

“The togetherness in the group is so strong. There was a real desire to show who we really are, which is a team and a club which has progressed in the past two years.

“The fans were amazing with the noise they made. It didn't feel like an away game."