Liverpool vs Nottingham Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | Premier League 2026-27

The Tricky Trees have won two of their last four games against the Reds!

Liverpool FC will be locking horns with Nottingham Forest for their matchweek 2 fixture of the Premier League 2026-27 season. This can turn out to be an intense outing between these sides, taking place at Anfield.

The Andoni Iraola-led side barely earned a draw after Dominik Szoboszlai converted an important penalty in 90+9′. It was not the result they were looking for and they earned only one point from their 2-2 draw against Newcastle United. Their issues in the final third continue as they lack a finishing touch.

Liverpool had most of the possession, and in their upcoming league game at home, they will look to do the same again.

Oliver Glasner’s men have experienced a poor start to their campaign. They first lost their opening Premier League 2026-27 fixture against Leeds and were then eliminated from the Carabao Cup by the same side.

Nottingham Forest are going to be low on confidence for their upcoming clash and being away from home will only make things tougher for them. They haven’t scored in their last two matches, and against Liverpool, they should not miss any opportunity.

Kick-off:

• Location: Liverpool, England
• Stadium: Anfield
• Date: Saturday, August 29
• Kick-off time: 05:00 PM IST/ 11:30 AM GMT/ 07:00 AM ET/ 04:00 AM PT
• Referee: Samuel Barrott
• VAR: In Use

Form:

Liverpool: D

Nottingham: L-L

Players to Watch

Cody Gakpo (Liverpool)

Cody Gakpo was the star of the show in Liverpool’s 2-2 draw against Newcastle United in their previous matchup. On the left flank, the 27-year-old was a constant threat to the opponent’s defence. Gakpo was one of the goalscorers for his side and will be eager to engrave his name on the scoresheet yet again.

James McAtee (Nottingham)

The 23-year-old will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against Liverpool. The defensive midfielder is going to have an important role to play in the midfield and to provide defensive cover for Nottingham Forest. James McAtee can also help in the final third if required.

Match Facts

• Liverpool are undefeated in their last three games.
• Nottingham Forest have lost both of their last two matches.
• Neither of the last five fixtures between these clubs have ended in a draw.

Betting Tips & Odds

• Liverpool to win @11/20 bet365
• Alexander Isak to score @29/20 Ladbrokes
• Goals under 3.5 @6/11 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Hugo Ekitike, Joe Gomez, Giovanni Leoni and Conor Bradley will not be in action for Liverpool. They are injured. Stefan Bajcetic and Vitezslav Jaros might also miss out due to a lack of fitness.

For Nottingham Forest, Nicolo Savona is not going to be in action due to his knee injury. Ryan Yates might also be sitting out because of a lack of fitness.

Head-to-Head

Matches Played: 124

Liverpool (wins): 61

Nottingham (wins): 33 

Draws: 30

Predicted Lineups

Liverpool predicted XI (4-2-3-1)

Alisson (GK); Frimpong, Jacquet, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Szoboszlai; Munoz, Wirtz, Gakpo; Isak

Nottingham predicted XI (3-4-2-1)

Sels (GK); Cunha, Milenkovic, Murillo; Aina, McAtee, Sangare, Williams; Gibbs-White, Ndoye; Igor Jesus

Match Prediction

Liverpool have a better squad quality, but need to polish their skills in the final third, and at home they will have an advantage. Nottingham Forest will be under pressure due to their current form.

Andoni Iraola’s men are likely to come out on top and secure a win in their Premier League outing at Anfield.

Prediction: Liverpool 2-1 Nottingham

Telecast Details

India: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network

UK: Sky Sports

USA: NBC Sports, Universo

Nigeria: SuperSport, Canal+

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