The game at the City Ground will be shown live on Sky Sports and as a result, will be played on Wednesday, 29th August (kick-off 7.45pm BST).The draw was made on Thursday evening, with United drawn against Forest for the second season in a row. The Magpies lost 3-2 after extra time at St. James' Park 12 months ago.

Sky Sports' decision to broadcast the game live means Newcastle's opening four fixtures of the season - including last weekend's home clash with Tottenham - have been selected as live games.

Ticket news will be announced in due course.