Who do you play for Jacko?
On to the match, Forest fans expect a season of mid table purgatory and have some creativity issues with Carvalho out, but I think they may have slightly more balance than we do at the minute.
That could change between now and next Saturday, with the signing of a striker and a wide player, but until then, I'd be happy to play conservatively and look to get a point.
Ajayi and Bartley will likely be the back two pairing which isn't my favourite option but is probably the safest bet at this stage. Furlong and Gibbs as full backs. Midfield is the bigger conundrum. Bilic didn't give much away with his Bournemouth team selection. Central mid really could be any 2 of Livermore, Harper, Brunt, Field or new boy Sawyers. Krovinovic and Zohore however appear to be nailed on starters for the game, as does Matty Phillips.
The final winger spot looked to be Edwards, however the Bournemouth no show may make Bilic think again. I have doubts that he wpuld pick Leko, but Burke might get a chance to play around Zohore.
Prediction is 2-0 Forest, but would be happy with a draw to get us going.
