Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: Live Match Blog
Liverpool are back in Premier League action and Nottingham Forest are the visitors at Anfield. We’re live to bring you the latest.
Kickoff at Anfield is 2pm (UK), the referee is Chris Kavanagh. Adam Beattie will be running today’s blog, get involved by Tweeting @thisisanfield, @beatts94 & in the comments below.
Teams
Liverpool: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Mac Allister, Szoboszlai, Gravenberch; Salah, Jota, Nunez
Subs: Kelleher, Adrian, Gomez, Matip, Chambers, Endo, McConnell, Elliott, Gakpo
Nottingham Forest: Turner; Niakhate, Boly, Murillo; Aurier; Mangala, Sangare, Dominguez, Aina; Gibbs-White, Elanga
Subs: Odysseas, Worrall, Nuno, Williams, Toffolo, Kouyate, Santos, Yates, Awoniyi
First Half
The match has kicked off and Liverpool have started strongly. They have been dominating possession and creating chances. Mohamed Salah has already had a couple of shots on goal but they have been blocked by the Nottingham Forest defence. Trent Alexander-Arnold has been very active on the right flank and has been delivering some dangerous crosses into the box.
Nottingham Forest have been struggling to keep up with Liverpool’s pace and have been unable to create any meaningful chances so far. They have been relying on counter attacks but have been unable to make them count. The first half is coming to an end and it looks like Liverpool are in control.
Second Half
The second half has started and Liverpool have continued their dominance. They have been creating chances and have been unlucky not to score. Roberto Firmino has come on as a substitute and has added more energy to the attack. He has been linking up well with Salah and Jota and has been causing problems for the Nottingham Forest defence.
Nottingham Forest have been trying to get back into the game but have been unable to break down the Liverpool defence. They have had a few chances but they have all been blocked by the Liverpool defenders. The game is coming to an end and it looks like Liverpool will be taking all three points.
Conclusion
Liverpool have been dominant throughout the match and have deservedly taken all three points. They have been creating chances and have been unlucky not to score more goals. Nottingham Forest have struggled to keep up with Liverpool’s pace and have been unable to create any meaningful chances. The final score is Liverpool 1-0 Nottingham Forest.