Red hot start as MGW shows his deal may be Forest's best this summer

Ultimately, though, they had no answer to Forest's speed on the transition or the quality with which they pressed.

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Morgan Gibbs-White and Elliot Anderson's relationship was beautifully telepathic, and some of their interchanges were a delight in a partnership that carries such creative potency.

Both players ended this game with assists but Anderson's was the pick of the bunch with a first-time pass to Chris Wood that, once this season is finished, will go down as one of the best of the campaign.

It was an absolute doozy from which Wood did not have to break stride and he duly took care of the rest. It was a great way to start the Premier League season, the only disappointment being that Forest could and probably should have scored more. But that is being ultra-picky in a devilishly entertaining victory.

Transfer need is clear

Nuno said afterwards that this victory does not change what Forest need to do in the window before it shuts at the beginning of September. James McAtee and Omari Hutchinson were introduced to the fans before this game, and their additions are undoubtedly most welcome, although they will need time to integrate.