Nottingham Forest are gearing for their next test in the Sky Bet Championship as they take on arch enemies Derby County this weekend.
The Reds welcome their bitter rivals to on Saturday as they look to strengthen their bid for promotion to the Premier League.
’s side claimed a 2-1 win over Luton Town last weekend to move up to fifth place in the Championship table, and are currently five points behind league leaders West Bromwich Albion.
Derby are four points behind Forest in 15th place and also go into Saturday’s match on the back of a win after they beat Middlesbrough 2-0 at Pride Park.
Ahead of this weekend’s match, we’ve put together all of the key things you need to know.
When is the game?
The game is due to kick off at 12.30pm at the City Ground on Saturday, November 9.
Is it on TV?
As ever, the East Midlands derby has been selected for live television coverage from Sky Sports.
You will also be able to follow regular updates and reaction from the match right here at Nottinghamshire Live.
Any injury news?
Michael Dawson has been out with a calf injury since Forest's 3-2 away win over Stoke but his return is near.
The Reds defender missed Saturday's trip to Luton - but he could be back to face Derby.
Carl Jenkinson (ankle), Alfa Semedo (back) and Samba Sow (hamstring) could all return to action for Forest after being out for a number of weeks through injury.
The clash is expected to arrive too soon for defender Yohan Benalouane (hip), while Tendayi Darikwa (ACL) is out with a long-term injury.
Form guide
Nottingham Forest - WLLWD
Derby County - WLWLW
What are the odds?
Nottingham Forest – 23/20
Draw – 12/5
Derby County – 23/10
*Odds courtesy of Sky Bet and are subject to change
