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>Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest Predictions, Picks & Odds – 29/08/2026
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Liverpool sit third in the table but their recent form makes for grim reading, with three consecutive defeats followed by two draws. Andoni Iraola's first competitive campaign at Anfield begins under a cloud of pressure, compounded by Hugo Ekitike's long-term Achilles injury, which places greater burden on Alexander Isak. The Reds will be desperate to banish memories of that shocking 3-0 home loss to Forest last November.
Nottingham Forest travel to Merseyside in relatively encouraging shape, having won two of their last five matches and drawn the other three. Oliver Glasner's appointment has brought a sense of calm after a chaotic previous season that saw four different managers. The Austrian will be without Ryan Yates and Nicolo Savona, but his squad appears settled and keen to prove their survival was no fluke. Forest currently occupy fourteenth position.
Anfield remains a fortress in the broader statistical picture, and that structural advantage underpins the home win pick at 1.50. Iraola's side need a response after three straight losses, and an opening home fixture provides the ideal stage. Forest's own form away from the City Ground has been patchy, with two draws from their last two on the road suggesting they struggle to impose themselves as visitors.
The absence of Hugo Ekitike through a long-term Achilles injury forces Iraola to lean heavily on Alexander Isak in attack. For Forest, Oliver Glasner will be without Ryan Yates and Nicolo Savona, weakening their midfield options at a ground where composure is essential. These personnel gaps tilt the balance further towards Liverpool, even accounting for the Reds' woeful recent run.
Liverpool's implied win probability of around 57% aligns with the available price at 1.50, which represents fair value rather than a standout opportunity. The memory of that 3-0 humiliation at Anfield last November should sharpen focus in the home dressing room. A scrappy, low-margin victory feels the likeliest outcome as both new managers find their feet in competitive action.
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Trends to Know about Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest
- Liverpool winless in last five matches
- Forest won two of last five away
- Anfield historically favours the home side
Form & Statistics: Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest
Liverpool
Recent form
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Nottingham Forest
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Lineups: Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest
Liverpool
Starters
- 1 Alisson
- 2 Jeremie Frimpong
- 3 Virgil van Dijk
- 4 Ibrahima Konate
- 5 Milos Kerkez
- 6 Ryan Gravenberch
- 7 Dominik Szoboszlai
- 8 Mohamed Salah
- 9 Florian Wirtz
- 10 Cody Gakpo
- 11 Alexander Isak
Absent
- Hugo Ekitiké (injury)
- Joe Gomez (injury)
- Conor Bradley (Knee injury/surgery, expected return late September 2026/early 2027)
- Giovanni Leoni (Cruciate ligament injury, long-term, nearing return in the next month or so)
- Vitezslav Jaros (Knee injury)
- Stefan Bajcetic (Hamstring injury)
- Curtis Jones (Hip injury; also linked with a move to Inter Milan)
- Jérémy Jacquet (Knee injury)
Nottingham Forest
Starters
- 1 Matz Sels
- 2 Ousmane Diomande
- 3 Nikola Milenkovic
- 4 Murillo
- 5 Ola Aina
- 6 Xaver Schlager
- 7 Ibrahim Sangare
- 8 Neco Williams
- 9 Morgan Gibbs-White
- 10 Dan Ndoye
- 11 Igor Jesus
Bench
- Chris Wood
Absent
- Willy Boly (injury)
- Ryan Yates (Unspecified injury, expected return September 5, 2026)
- Nicolo Savona (Knee injury, minor setback, expected return October 11, 2026)
Low confidence
Both lineups carry a speculative tag at this stage, so treat the shape of this fixture with appropriate caution. That said, the projected 4-2-3-1 versus 3-4-2-1 contest frames a compelling tactical duel, with Florian Wirtz operating in the pocket behind Alexander Isak against a Forest back three.
For the visitors, the three-man defence will need to be disciplined against Liverpool's wide overloads, particularly with Neco Williams and Ola Aina expected to carry significant attacking responsibility from wing-back. Morgan Gibbs-White linking with Igor Jesus will be Forest's primary outlet on the counter.
Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest Match?
What time is Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest?
Liverpool host Nottingham Forest at Anfield on Saturday 29 August 2026, with kickoff set for 12:30 BST.
Where is Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest being played?
This fixture takes place at Anfield, Liverpool's iconic home ground on Merseyside.
How Can I Watch Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest on TV and Live Stream?
Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the United Kingdom.