Derby vs. Nottingham Forest: Championship’s East Midlands Rivalry – Warne’s Grit or Nuno’s Class?

This is the Championship’s grudge match! The October 18, 2025, East Midlands derby at Pride Park sees Derby’s Warne (7th, 78 points) with Mendez-Laing’s 10 goals face Forest’s Nuno (relegated, 36 points) and Wood’s 8. X rages: ‘Derby’s heart!’ vs. ‘Forest’s quality!’ *TalkSport*’s Bent says, ‘Derbies define,’ and he’s right. Search ‘East Midlands derby 2025’ for the buzz.

Tactics: Derby’s 4-4-2, with Mendez-Laing’s 2.1 shots, vs. Forest’s 4-2-3-1, Wood’s 80% aerials. Derby’s 45 conceded vs. Forest’s 52. History: Derby’s 1972 title vs. Forest’s 1979 European Cup. X Reactions: ‘Mendez-Laing’s clutch!’ vs. ‘Wood’s a beast!’ Prediction: Derby 2-1, but Forest could draw. #Championship #Derby #NottinghamForest #Football #EastMidlandsDerby #Rivalry