Stars come out for Des Walker testimonial

A Forest All Stars XI containing names such as Stuart Pearce, Roy Keane and Nigel Clough alongside the great man himself will take on an International Select XI for whom Jermain Defoe, Rio Ferdinand and Steven Gerrard have confirmed they will play.

The turnout is a testimony to Walker's popularity in the game and after his exit from the City Ground in January after Gary Megson became manager, the former England man is keen for a proper farewell.

"It will just be a great way to say goodbye to the fans because I did leave a bit abruptly this year," he said.

"My times here were fantastic and the atmosphere at the City Ground made you think there was an extra player on your team."