A comprehensive victory all but condemned Gary Megson's Nottingham Forest to life in the third tier of English football next season, while at the same time virtually guaranteeing Argyle's continuing Championship status. On the back of that superb 3-0 win – Argyle's first since November – a whole host of players have stated their intention to stay at Home Park. David Norris, who has looked sharper of late, is one of them. His man-of-the-match display against Forest, scoring the second goal along the way, must have delighted the Green Army as he carved a new niche for himself in the centre of midfield. Norris was given the chance to shine due to an adventurous, attacking starting line-up against Forest, that saw Micky Evans, Scott Taylor and Dexter Blackstock all accommodated up front. Master tactician Bobby Williamson has come under fire at times from fans for his decision to play or rest players. In the last home game against Watford, Williamson jokingly asked the fans for their opinion on who to withdraw midway through the second half of a 1-0 victory. According to Williamson, he received five different answers from the crowd before choosing to withdraw left-sided midfielder Tony Capadli. It goes to show that nobody is sure which formation and starting eleven is best for Argyle. Williamson, however, got it spot on on Saturday. He opted for veteran right back David Worrell, who has spent much of this season warming the bench, in favour of Paul Connolly, while Northern Ireland international Tony Capadli was also dropped. Williamson is unlikely to change what appears to be a winning formula for this weekend's difficult trip to Stoke. It will be a stern test for the Pilgrims who will look to capitalise on last weekend's collector's item away victory. Stoke lie 13th in the league, six points above Argyle. And although Argyle could probably get away with calling themselves a mid-table side, the strength of Stoke's squad is excellent. Stoke have several former Premiership players in their ranks, including much-travelled former England striker Michael Ricketts. Plymouth will do well to grab a point, but will fancy their chances as they look to consolidate last week's thrashing. Centre back Hasney Aljofree has built on impressive performances in Plymouth's back four in recent weeks by following David Norris into signing a new contract. The three-year deal will keep Aljofree at Home Park until the end of the 2007/8 season. The club is unquestionably united in a bid to keep fans favourite Akos Buzsaky. The Hungarian, currently on loan from FC Porto, has been a revalation since singing in January. And with his contract at Home Park due to expire, the Green Army may only have four more games left to admire Buzsaky's continental style of play, sterling ball control and thunderous shot. It will come as welcome news, then, that his future at the club may extend beyond the end of the season. The club has confirmed that talks are under way to bring the playmaker to Plymouth on a permanent basis. Now that would be cause for celebration. Boss Williamson continues to affirm that Argyle are not yet out of the woods. But with just four games to go, and six points between the relegation zone and Argyle, the Greens are running out of time to slip up!

Argyle reserves were beaten 3-1 by Bristol Rovers at home on Monday afternoon.

Argyle women, however, faired better, recording a 12-1 home victory over Reading on Sunday.

Fixtures – Championship: Sat April 16 Stoke City (A) 3pm. Pontin's Combination: Tues April 19 Bournemouth (H) 7pm. South West Women's Combination: Sun April 17 Forest Green (H) 2pm.