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>Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest Prediction & Betting Tips – 29/08/2026
Anfield plays host to a fascinating early-season encounter on 29 August as Liverpool welcome Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. Both clubs begin a new chapter under fresh management, with Andoni Iraola taking charge of the Reds and Oliver Glasner steering Forest. The fixture carries added spice following Forest's stunning 3-0 victory on this ground last November. Liverpool, sitting third, will be desperate to banish the memory of that humiliation, while Forest arrive in fourteenth hoping to build on a late-season revival under their new head coach.
Match Analysis
Liverpool enter this Premier League Round 2 clash as clear home favorites at 1.50, boasting an elite attacking quartet of Salah, Wirtz, Isak, and Gakpo under new manager Andoni Iraola, who has publicly committed to Isak as the focal spearhead.
- Salah, Wirtz, Isak, Gakpo form one of the Premier League's most dangerous attacking units this season.
- Anfield advantage remains significant, with Liverpool's home crowd a consistent factor in tight Premier League fixtures.
- Over 62% implied probability for goals suggests Liverpool's attacking depth will create sustained pressure on Forest's backline.
- Forest missing Yates and Savona weakens both midfield engine and defensive cover against Liverpool's press.
Nottingham Forest arrive at Anfield as underdogs at 6.50, yet carry genuine confidence from back-to-back wins here, including a stunning 3-0 in November 2025. Oliver Glasner's new 3-4-2-1 system, however, remains untested at this level.
- Ryan Yates (out until September 5) removes Forest's key midfield engine at a critical moment.
- Nicolo Savona (out until October 11) leaves Forest's defensive depth dangerously thin against elite attackers.
- Forest's new 3-4-2-1 system under Glasner is unproven against top-six Premier League opposition.
Key point: With both defenses unsettled and BTTS probability at 60%, backing both teams to score at 1.73 offers a compelling alternative to the straight result market.
Form & Statistics: Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest
Liverpool
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Nottingham Forest
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: Head-to-Head
Average statistics (recent meetings)
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 speculated status at this stage, so the tactical picture could yet shift before kickoff. That said, a 4-2-3-1 against a 3-4-2-1 sets up a compelling structural contest, with Florian Wirtz operating in the pocket behind Alexander Isak and likely to probe Forest's wing-backs relentlessly.
For Forest, the three-man defence will need to be disciplined and compact, with Morgan Gibbs-White asked to press high and disrupt Liverpool's build-up rather than simply sit deep. Given that Forest's projected XI is drawn partly from their previous fixture against Leeds, some rotation remains possible before the teamsheets are confirmed.
Our Verdict
Liverpool's dreadful run of three consecutive defeats is alarming, yet Anfield's structural advantage and the Reds' superior squad depth tip the balance. Forest, missing Ryan Yates and Nicolo Savona, lack midfield bite for a hostile away fixture. Iraola's side carry the memory of that humiliating 3-0 home loss last November, providing extra motivation. A home win at 1.50 represents fair value given Liverpool's implied probability sits around 57%. We back the hosts to open their account under Iraola with a narrow victory. Questo articolo è a scopo informativo e non costituisce una raccomandazione di scommessa.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bet for Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest?
A Liverpool home win is the standout selection here, available at 1.50. Despite a troubling run of form, the Reds boast a formidable attacking quartet in Salah, Wirtz, Isak, and Gakpo, with Forest arriving at Anfield short-handed through the absences of Yates and Savona. At 57% confidence, this carries genuine merit rather than blind faith.
What time does Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest kick off?
The match kicks off at 11:30 UTC on Saturday, 29th August 2026, which corresponds to 12:30 BST for supporters watching in the United Kingdom. The fixture takes place at Anfield, Liverpool's iconic home ground on Merseyside, where the atmosphere is certain to be electric for this early-season Premier League encounter.
Where can I watch Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest on TV?
Broadcast arrangements for Premier League fixtures vary depending on your territory. In the United Kingdom, matches are typically shared across Sky Sports, TNT Sports, and the BBC. Supporters are advised to consult their local listings or the Premier League's official channels to confirm which broadcaster holds the rights for this particular fixture in their region.
What is Liverpool's recent record against Nottingham Forest?
The recent head-to-head record makes for uncomfortable reading for Liverpool supporters. Forest have won three of the last four competitive meetings, including a stunning 3-0 victory at Anfield in November 2025 and a 1-0 win at the same ground in September 2024. That sequence underlines Forest's genuine ability to trouble Liverpool on their own patch.