Nottingham Forest Set to Battle Liverpool: Key Matchups, Bold Predictions and Starting XI Revealed
Liverpool resume their Premier League campaign this Sunday afternoon, traveling to face relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest as they look to strengthen their Champions League qualification hopes.
The Merseyside club has secured four victories in their previous five fixtures across all tournaments, though just one of these wins came in Premier League play. They made history by becoming the first side to claim victory at the Stadium of Light this season with a crucial 1–0 triumph against Sunderland last weekend, before following up with a commanding 3–0 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion in the FA Cup fourth round.
A top-five placement should virtually guarantee Champions League qualification, and while Liverpool currently sit in sixth position, they narrowed the distance to rivals Chelsea and Manchester United with their Wearside success. With a promising sequence of fixtures beginning against Forest, they have an opportunity to gain momentum at a pivotal moment.
Despite their difficulties, Forest will present a challenging opponent. Vítor Pereira is managing his inaugural league match from the touchline after leading the Tricky Trees to a remarkable 3–0 victory at Fenerbahçe in the Europa League on Thursday evening. Under Sean Dyche's guidance, they achieved an even more stunning win at Anfield in November by an identical margin.
Nevertheless, there's a clear reason why the Midlands outfit are battling relegation. They are collecting roughly one point per game and find themselves in dire straits near the bottom of the standings.
What Time Does Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool Kick Off?
What Time Does Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool Kick Off?
Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
Current Form (All Competitions)
Current Form (All Competitions)
Nott'm Forest (WDLDW) | Liverpool (WWLWW) |
|---|---|
Fenerbahçe 0–3 Nott'm Forest | Liverpool 3–0 Brighton |
Nott'm Forest 0–0 Wolves | Sunderland 0–1 Liverpool |
Leeds 3–1 Nott'm Forest | Liverpool 1–2 Man City |
Nott'm Forest 1–1 Crystal Palace | Liverpool 4–1 Newcastle |
Nott'm Forest 4–0 Ferencváros | Liverpool 6–0 Qarabağ |
How to Watch Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool on TV, Live Stream
How to Watch Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool on TV, Live Stream
Country | TV Channel / Live Stream |
|---|---|
United Kingdom | Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Ultra HD, Sky GO, Sky GO Extra |
United States | NBCSN, Peacock |
Canada | DAZN Canada, fuboTV Canada, Fubo Sports Network 5 Canada |
Mexico | FOX One |
Nottingham Forest Team News
Nottingham Forest Team News
January signing Stefan Ortega will take his place between the posts again following injuries to Matz Sels and John Victor in goal—the former Manchester City keeper undoubtedly anticipating a hectic afternoon.
Nicolò Savona, who found the net in the reverse encounter, is unavailable at right back, while he's accompanied by fellow defender Willy Boly in the medical bay.
Chris Wood remains sidelined in attack, with Igor Jesus anticipated to lead the line ahead of Lorenzo Lucca and ex-Liverpool striker Taiwo Awoniyi on Sunday.
Nottingham Forest Predicted Lineup vs. Liverpool
Nottingham Forest Predicted Lineup vs. Liverpool
Nott'm Forest expected lineup vs. Liverpool (4-2-3-1): Ortega; Aina, Milenković, Murillo, Williams; Anderson, Sangaré; Ndoye, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Jesus.
Liverpool Team News
Liverpool Team News
Liverpool remain without long-term casualties Giovanni Leoni, Conor Bradley and Alexander Isak for the Forest encounter, though the latter is now projected to return around the March international window.
Jeremie Frimpong stays sidelined with a groin problem but should be available after the City Ground visit, with makeshift replacement Wataru Endo ruled out for an "extended period" after being carried off at Sunderland last weekend.
Joe Gomez looks set to feature at right back, with Slot confirming his complete fitness after two substitute appearances, while Dominik Szoboszlai returns to Premier League action following his suspension at the Stadium of Light.
Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs. Nottingham Forest
Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs. Nottingham Forest
Liverpool expected lineup vs. Nott'm Forest (4-2-3-1): Alisson; Gomez, Konaté, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Wirtz; Ekitiké.
Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool Score Prediction
Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool Score Prediction
Liverpool continue to be an inconsistent force despite claiming five victories from their last seven outings, but consecutive triumphs over Sunderland and Brighton, both secured with clean sheets, will significantly enhance confidence for a challenging journey to Forest.
Pereira's squad experienced a new manager lift in Turkey midweek, but the rapid fixture turnaround and extensive travel makes Liverpool considerably more rested for the approaching contest.
Their talented attacking unit could exploit any tiredness and push Forest closer to relegation.