Man United v Nottingham Forest – Carabao Cup; Live result, team news and updates

Follow Sportsmail’s live coverage of the Carabao Cup semi-final match between Manchester United and Nottingham Forest.

6.10 p.m .: United stars have already landed

An eager group keen to secure a place in the final is being watched by former manager Sir Alex Ferguson tonight.

I have to say they look like a lively bunch overall, with David de Gea flashing a grin for the camera while centre-back Raphael Varane is signing autographs for fans outside the stadium.

Sir Alex Ferguson arrives at Old Trafford ahead of the Carabao Cup semi-final

United stars like David de Gea also arrive ahead of their take on Nottingham Forest

Manchester United’s Raphael Varane signs autographs for fans off the ground

6pm: How much chance do we give Forest tonight?

Let’s face it, a bet against Manchester United to be 3-0 at Old Trafford isn’t the best idea in the world – but I guess you never really know in football.

That’s why we’re all here tonight as I welcome you to our live broadcast of Manchester United v Nottingham Forest in the Carabao Cup semi-finals.

Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes comes to the ground before the game