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Matt Abbott

Nottingham Forest fans split on defensive blow ahead of Derby County clash

Nottingham Forest supporters are split as the return of Max Lowe from injury is overshadowed by the absence of Joe Worrall against Derby County.

Lowe comes in to replace the centre-back for a first appearance since November against his former side as Worrall has been sidelined with a knock sustained in the Millwall match.

That untimely absence has Reds fans divided over how to feel ahead of this one at the City Ground with Ryan Yates expected to return to the centre of a back three.

Here is a selection of the social media reaction to Steve Cooper 's team news ahead of the East Midlands derby.

Bradley: So Worrall is injured then, annoying but it’s a nice surprise to see Lowe back. Wasn’t expecting him till Leicester & hopefully having Colback back in cm will give us the edge to win today.

Garry Haywood: Yates into the back 3 again? Jack Pirlo back into the midfield with Garner.

Lynn: Yep!! That should do it.

Dom: Can't work out formation Coops is going for here but excited nonetheless COYR

Kieren: Wow I’m Suprised Lowe is back today! No Worrall which is a big loss.

George: No Worrall which is a shame but Max Lowe is back cmon.

Liam Henshaw: No Worrall today. Back three with Yates at RCB, Lowe back in is a massive boost.

Owen Wilkinson: Yates own goal incoming if he's in the back 3

NottinghamRed: Thank god Lowe is back and Colback can move into the middle again. Hopefully not too rusty.

Jordonn Percival: Return of the Max Lowe, we love to see it.

Josh: 442 or Yates CB in a back 3?

Mr Percy Flage: Four possible formations in there. 3-4-3, 4-2-3-1, 4-3-3, 4-4-2. So many tactical possibilities without a single sub. Expect an SC masterclass.

Darren Stentiford: I’d be happy if Bong come on and got the winner.

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