Dion Charles scored the winner but was later mistakenly despatched-off as marketing chasing Bolton beat bottom of the desk Forest Green 1- in Sky Wager League 1.
Major scorer Charles fired Ian Evatt’s facet into a sixth-minute direct with his 13th goal of the season as Wanderers sought to bounce straight back from the defeat at Derby.
Having said that, the home aspect then had to enjoy with 10 men just after a 28th minute flashpoint which saw Charles erroneously pink-carded for violent conduct by West Yorkshire official Tom Nield.
Replays plainly showed staff-mate Elias Kachunga experienced lashed out at Rovers’ defender Brandon Cooper, an incident which was before long trending on social media.
Despite Bolton protests, and just after a lengthy hold off, Charles ultimately still left the pitch, while the red card may perhaps be overturned on attractiveness.
Rovers gained the reverse fixture 1- very last October but struggled to make the most of their numerical edge.
They dominated possession and pictures totals but Trotters goalkeeper James Trafford was rarely troubled.
Bolton continue to be fifth in the table, with Forest Eco-friendly rooted to the foot of the division.