Sabri Lamouchi has opted to make eight changes for tonight's Carabao Cup clash with rivals Derby County - and it has certainly got Reds fans excited.
Youngster Brennan Johnson, son of former Forest forward David Johnson, makes his first start in Garibaldi and it could not come in a feistier affair.
But the feel-good factor doesn't end their for the Reds .
Midfielder Joao Carvalho, injured and sidelined in pre-season, makes his return as a substitute .
Despite the number of changes, the vast depth in Forest's squad has allowed Lamouchi to keep his 11 brimmed with experience and quality as Yuri Ribeiro, John Bostock, Albert Adomah and Rafa Mir all start.
Joe Worrall will wear the captain's armband as his side prepare to face a Derby side that has seen 11 changes from the line-up that took to the field for Phillip Cocu's team last time out - leaving Reds fans expectant of a City Ground victory.
Daniel Newbury: Derby playing the kids, puts a lot of pressure on us to win I suppose.
Willis Pacey: Derby putting their youngsters out. That's their excuse sorted if they get mullered!
Sam Crawford: I really hope I don't regret saying this but that Derby side look bang average. Fancy our chances tonight.
Steve Swain: For a mostly ‘second string’ side that’s still a solid lineup. I’m surprised he’s not rested Lolley and Worrall mind.
Adam Webster: Derby playing a very weak side. I have lots of faith we are winning this.
