- Full Time
- 90 + 2'N. Domínguez on for Igor Jesus
- 90 + 2'C. Hudson-Odoi on for J. McAtee
- 86'L. Netz on for O. Aina
- Víctor Muñoz82'
- R. Araujo79'
- T. Nyoni on for A. Mac Allister77'
- R. Araujo on for J. Jacquet77'
- R. Gravenberch on for J. Frimpong71'
- K. Tsimikas on for M. Kerkez71'
- R. Ngumoha on for C. Gakpo71'
- 70'M. Gibbs-White (P)
- Alisson Becker69'
- 66'L. Delap on for D. Ndoye
- A. Isak60'
- F. Wirtz59'
- Víctor Muñoz54'
- 50'O. Aina
- Half Time
- 44'Igor Jesus
- F. Wirtz Goal disallowed32'
- 24'D. Ndoye
- Kick Off
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Morgan Gibbs-White1 - 2
Alexander Isak1 - 3Víctor Muñoz1
- 1Víctor Muñoz4
- 2Alexander Isak3
- 3Igor Jesus3
- 1Neco Williams4
- 2Dominik Szoboszlai3
- 3Xaver Schlager2
- 1Florian Wirtz1
- 2Morgan Gibbs-White1
- 3Cody Gakpo1
- 1Neco Williams2
- 2Cody Gakpo2
- 3Dominik Szoboszlai2
- 1Virgil van Dijk102
- 2Jérémy Jacquet85
- 3Dominik Szoboszlai73
- 1Rio Ngumoha2
- 2Liam Delap2
- 3Dan Ndoye2
- 1Nikola Milenkovic3
- 2Jérémy Jacquet3
- 3Víctor Muñoz3
Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest is a Premier League Gameweek 2 clash at Anfield on Saturday at 12.30pm, with the hosts strongly fancied to claim a first win of the season.
Liverpool drew their opener while Forest were beaten at home, and the Reds are heavy favourites at Anfield. Andy Francis has the best bets, a score prediction and the head-to-head record below.
Premium Tips
Andy is with Liverpool, who should have far too much for Forest on home soil.
| Premium Tip | Odds | Why we’re backing it |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool to win, both teams to score and Dominik Szoboszlai to score anytime | 7/1 | Liverpool are heavy favourites at Anfield after a bright but leaky 2-2 draw at Newcastle, a result that flattered their attacking quality while exposing early-season defensive rust. Forest, fresh off a home loss to Leeds, will sit deep and look to hit Liverpool on the break, which keeps a goal for the visitors well within reach and supports both teams to score. Szoboszlai remains one of Liverpool’s most consistent shot-takers from midfield, regularly arriving late into the box or shooting from distance, so against a Forest defence still finding its feet, he looks a strong bet to add his name to the scoresheet. |
| Jair to be booked, Cody Gakpo and Morgan Gibbs-White over 0.5 shots on target | 13/2 | Jair is still adapting to the physicality and tempo of Premier League away days, and up against Liverpool’s rapid front line at a raucous Anfield, a mistimed challenge or tactical foul feels likely, especially if Forest are chasing the game. Gakpo is a fixture in Liverpool’s attack and reliably tests the goalkeeper at least once in home matches. Gibbs-White is Forest’s chief creative outlet and their most persistent source of shots even in defeat, as shown against Leeds, so even with Forest expected to sit off, he should still get at least one effort on target. |
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How Liverpool go into the game
Liverpool were pegged back to a 2-2 draw at Newcastle on the opening weekend, a decent point but not the start they wanted. Anfield should provide the platform to put that right in front of their own fans.
Arne Slot’s side remain among the title favourites and carry a serious attacking threat. Against a Forest team that lost first up, a home win is firmly expected.
How Nottingham Forest go into the game
Nottingham Forest slipped to a 1-0 home defeat against Leeds on the opening day, a frustrating start after their recent progress. A trip to Anfield is about as tough as it gets for a response.
Forest are well-organised and can frustrate, but keeping Liverpool at bay for 90 minutes is a huge task. Damage limitation and a chance on the break may be the realistic hope.
Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest head-to-head
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22/02/26 | Forest | 0-1 | Liverpool |
| 22/11/25 | Liverpool | 0-3 | Forest |
| 14/01/25 | Forest | 1-1 | Liverpool |
| 14/09/24 | Liverpool | 0-1 | Forest |
| 02/03/24 | Forest | 0-1 | Liverpool |
A tight recent series: Liverpool have won three of the last five, Forest two.
Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest predictions & betting tips
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool to win | 4/9 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Anfield dominance against a beaten Forest. |
| Over 2.5 goals | 8/13 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Liverpool’s home games flow with goals. |
| Liverpool or draw (Double Chance) | 1/6 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Banker-style cover on the Reds. |
| Liverpool -1 handicap | 4/6 | ⭐⭐ | Backed to win by two or more. |
| Liverpool to win 2-1 | 8/1 | ⭐⭐ | Headline scoreline. |
Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest score prediction
Forest will dig in but Liverpool have too much quality and the backing of a fervent Anfield. Expect the Reds to control the game and win with something to spare. Score prediction: Liverpool 2-1 Nottingham Forest.
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