Marvin Johnson scored the only goal of the game in the 81st minute after coming off the bench.
Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his marks following the match – scroll down and flick through the pages of our picture gallery to see them:
1. Marcus Bettinelli - 7
Didn’t have much to do between the sticks but kept his defenders in check and encouraged his team-mates throughout. 7 Photo: Alex Pantling
2. Anfernee Dijksteel - 8
Moved to the right of a back four and did well to repel Forest’s attacks on that flank in the first half. 8 Photo: Richard Heathcote
3. Paddy McNair - 8
Caused problems with his set-plays and read the game well to sweep up danger at the back. 8 Photo: Getty Images
4. Nathan Wood - 8
Made an important block to deny Miguel Angel Guerrero shortly after half-time. Won the majority of his headers and defensive duels. 8 Photo: PA