Emmanuel Dennis’ first goal for the club brought an end to a five-match losing run as Nottingham Forest drew 1-1 with Aston Villa.
The front man came into the starting XI as one of five changes at the City Ground. But the hosts had to settle for a point as their visitors came from behind to earn a share of the spoils.
The Reds faithful made clear what they thought of Steve Cooper having put pen to paper on a new contract in the build-up to the game. The head coach received a terrific reception and a standing ovation as he walked out of the tunnel to take his place in the dugout, amid a cracking atmosphere ahead of kick-off.
