{"id":1734,"date":"2026-02-18T17:55:58","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T22:55:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/us\/?post_type=news&p=1734"},"modified":"2026-04-14T11:08:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T15:08:58","slug":"nottingham-forest-vs-liverpool-predictions-odds-picks-stats-preview","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/us\/news\/nottingham-forest-vs-liverpool-predictions-odds-picks-stats-preview\/","title":{"rendered":"Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool prediction: Odds, picks & stats – EPL game preview"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The stakes are high for both teams\u2014Liverpool are pushing for a strong finish to cement their European credentials, while Nottingham Forest aim to pull away from the EPL relegation zone<\/a>. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the last meeting ending in a stunning three-nil win for Nottingham Forest at Anfield, this fixture carries added intrigue and a shot at redemption for the Reds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Forest are on their fourth manager of troubling campaign, with former Wolves boss Vitor Pereira leading the team out for the first time in the league.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expect a fierce tactical battle, as Liverpool’s creative firepower meets a Forest team that has proven dangerous on the break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on 2025-26 Premier League trends and recent head-to-head results, here are our top betting recommendations for Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool. We’re especially confident in Liverpool to win outright due to their overwhelming attacking numbers and dominant possession statistics this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Sportsbook<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Liverpool to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n-134 @ Bet365<\/a>
(57.1%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nBacking Liverpool’s huge edge in goals, xG, and possession. Reds have won 4 of last 8 H2Hs.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams to Score – Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n-150 @ Bet365<\/a>
(60.0%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nValue here: Forest score in big games, Liverpool defense can be breached (35 conceded in 26).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Over 2.5 Total Goals<\/strong><\/td>\n-150 @ Bet365<\/a>
(60.0%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nStrong trend: Liverpool games average 2.92 goals; Forest concede 1.46 per game.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Draw No Bet: Liverpool<\/strong><\/td>\n-275 @ Bet365<\/a>
(73.3%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nSafer angle. Liverpool have avoided defeat in 6 of last 8 vs Forest.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Our approach: Start with Liverpool to win, add Over 2.5 Goals for parlay potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Reds have scored 41 goals in 26 games (1.58 per match) and boast a league-leading 60.7% average possession, while Forest have netted 25 with a modest 48.5% possession rate. Both teams have reached the latter stages of domestic cup competitions in recent years, adding to the competitive edge of this fixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nGP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Liverpool<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n26<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n41<\/td>\n35<\/td>\n+6<\/td>\n42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nottingham Forest<\/td>\n17<\/td>\n26<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n13<\/td>\n25<\/td>\n38<\/td>\n-13<\/td>\n27<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Potential Match-Winners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n