Bristol City will be looking to go one better than last season and push for a play-off spot this season.

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The Robins get underway with a home clash against Nottingham Forest.

It is a tough test early in the season for Lee Johnson's men, with Nottingham Forest widely tipped as one of the promotion favourites given their impressive summer of spending.

Bristol City have also been active in the transfer window, bringing in a number of new signings but losing some key players.

Their top scorer from last season was Bobby Reid but he has been snapped up by Premier League new boys Cardiff City, while Aden Flint - the rock at the back for Bristol City - has moved to Middlesbrough.

Johnson would have used pre-season to run the rule over his new options and decide who starts the season.

There are a number of injuries to account for but here is how Bristol City should line-up against Forest.

Fielding is out injured so new signing Maenpaa, a Finland international, should take the gloves.

Another new signing is likely to take the right-back spot. Hunt joined from Sheffield Wednesday this summer.

Webster has been brought in from Ipswich Town as Flint's replacement and he is a talented young defender.

Baker is solid in the air and an experienced man to have at the back, especially with Bailey Wright being a doubt for this game.

Bryan, if fit, will start at left-back amid major Premier League interest.

Brownhill is young and versatile and he is improving with each game he plays.

There are not many options available in central midfield for the Robins but Smith is a good player.

Pack will accompany Smith in the middle of the park and he is now a regular in this side.

Weimann switched Derby County for Bristol City this summer and his versatility in attack makes him a useful asset.

Paterson will now take a starring role in attacking midfield and hope to offer even more goals.

With Reid's exit and Famara Diedhiou banned for spitting, 3-goal striker Taylor should be given the nod ahead of new signing Mo Eisa, who needs to be eased into life in the Championship.