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Matt Abbott

Nottingham Forest sent mixed messages over Steve Cooper selection dilemma

There is little consensus among Nottingham Forest supporters about who should start up front at Wembley Stadium on Sunday (4.30pm kick-off) against Huddersfield Town in the Championship play-off final.

Sam Surridge started both legs against Sheffield United without scoring and was replaced for the final quarter of an hour in each match by Aston Villa loanee Keinan Davis. With the latter leg going to extra-time and penalties, the returning centre-forward now has a good hour of football in the legs.

Whether that is enough for Cooper to call on the 24-year-old or stick with Surridge remains to be seen. Here is a selection of the opinions from our Facebook page about Forest 's Wembley dilemma...

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Jennifer Taylor: They are both good players with different approaches. Personally, I’d go for Sam first half and Davis second and be there for extra time if we need it.

Darren Waters: What a great problem to have. We all have our ideas. For me, Stevie makes the right call and it works... cause both will figure in the game. In super Cooper we trust.

Patrick Smith: Davis then Surridge for me... let KD run at them and terrorise them first.

Guy Mitchell: Davis was immense when he came on against the Blades but I would still start with Surridge. Tireless and is due a goal or two.

Aaran J Owen: I'd start KD and use his style to batter their defenders for 60 mins. Then bring Surridge on to abuse the space. Also, be a better sub if we end up needing a goal.

Chris Rinder: Davis starts and Surridge on at 65/70 mins to take advantage of their defenders' tiring legs.

Jay Greensmith: Play them both! Straight for the jugular moment!

Simon Chambers: Davis then Surridge. No brainer. Not even a conversation for me. Surridge has been great but Davis on, battle away and then Surridge to come on and seal it if needed.

Andrew Marshall: Davis then bring on Sam later when there’s more space to run in behind.

Bill Turner: Has to be KD to start. His physical presence and skill will keep the defenders busy. SS later once they have tired.

Should Davis or Surridge start? Have your say in the comments section...

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