I live in London, and once went to a pre- season friendly of Leyton Orient v Forest, soon after Derby had returned to the Premier League. I expressed the opinion you have, and the bloke next to me said, "You've been down 'ere too long. There is only one place for Derby County, and that is at least one division below Forest, and preferably in financial difficulty!" Looks as though he may get his wish.I like them fearing relegation.
I wouldn't be adverse to them dropping down for a season to see what we saw and teach them some humility but, in general, I think it sucks if your arch rivals aren't in the same league. Unpopular opinion but, honestly, I'd rather they stayed up.
If we ever get promoted, I'd want them to be promoted a least season or two later to rekindle the fire.
Two divisions apart is awful.I live in London, and once went to a pre- season friendly of Leyton Orient v Forest, soon after Derby had returned to the Premier League. I expressed the opinion you have, and the bloke next to me said, "You've been down 'ere too long. There is only one place for Derby County, and that is at least one division below Forest, and preferably in financial difficulty!" Looks as though he may get his wish.
I live in London, and once went to a pre- season friendly of Leyton Orient v Forest, soon after Derby had returned to the Premier League. I expressed the opinion you have, and the bloke next to me said, "You've been down 'ere too long. There is only one place for Derby County, and that is at least one division below Forest, and preferably in financial difficulty!" Looks as though he may get his wish.