The pause in the Premier League season provides Nottingham Forest with the chance to reflect as well as the opportunity to look ahead.
And that includes turning attention towards January. Head coach Steve Cooper will hold talks with sporting director Filippo Giraldi during the World Cup break about transfer plans.
Given the Reds made 22 signings in the summer, it will be a significantly quieter window this time around. We take a look at the current state of play.