Liverpool VS Nottingham Forest

Liverpool are preparing for a new chapter at Anfield when they host Nottingham Forest in their first Premier League home match of the 2026/27 season. Andoni Iraola will be looking for a much-improved display after his league debut ended in a 2-2 draw against Newcastle United, where the Reds needed a late Dominik Szoboszlai penalty to rescue a point. Despite Cody Gakpo finding the net, Liverpool struggled to create enough danger for Alexander Isak, while the midfield pairing of Ryan Gravenberch and Szoboszlai was exposed defensively. The need for greater balance and additional reinforcements remains evident, although Liverpool can take confidence from their impressive record of winning 12 of their last 13 opening Premier League home fixtures. Nottingham Forest arrive at Anfield under considerably more pressure after suffering defeats in their first two competitive matches of the season. Oliver Glasner's side began their league campaign with a 1-0 loss to Leeds United before suffering another defeat against the same opponent in the EFL Cup, this time by a 2-0 scoreline. With Glasner becoming Forest's fifth manager in less than a year, another setback could increase scrutiny around the club despite his relatively short time in charge. Forest have also struggled in front of goal, failing to score in four of their last six matches. However, their recent record against Liverpool provides some encouragement, with Forest losing only once in their last four meetings while recording two victories and one draw.