Premier League Regular Season - 27
Nottingham Forest 0 - 1 FT Liverpool
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
20' M. Gibbs-White
HT
61' O. Aina
66' ↓ C. Hudson-Odoi ↑D. Ndoye
66' ↓ O. Hutchinson ↑D. Bakwa
77' ↓ Igor Jesus ↑L. Lucca
77' ↓ E. Anderson ↑N. Dominguez
↓ M. Salah ↑R. Ngumoha 77'
↓ C. Gakpo ↑F. Chiesa 77'
↓ C. Jones ↑J. Gomez 83'
↓ M. Kerkez ↑A. Robertson 83'
A. Mac Allister 90'
90'+3 ↓ M. Gibbs-White ↑J. McAtee
A. Mac Allister 90'+7
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Nottingham Forest
Goalkeepers
Stefan Ortega 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Ola Aina
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nikola Milenković 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Murillo 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
0
Interceptions
1
Tackles
Neco Williams 
SWEEPER
5
Cleanups
5
Cleanups
5
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Midfielders
Ibrahim Sangaré
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Elliot Anderson 
MAGNET
78
Activity
78
Activity
65
Passes
13
Duels
Omari Hutchinson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
Morgan Gibbs-White 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
23%
Pass Acc
Callum Hudson-Odoi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
Forwards
Igor Jesus 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Angus Gunn 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Morato
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jair
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nicolás Domínguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryan Yates
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
James McAtee
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dan Ndoye
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dilane Bakwa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lorenzo Lucca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Liverpool
Goalkeepers
Alisson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Dominik Szoboszlai
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
57%
Pass Acc
Ibrahima Konaté 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
50%
Duel Win %
Virgil van Dijk
MAGNET
81
Activity
81
Activity
74
Passes
7
Duels
Miloš Kerkez
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
Midfielders
Ryan Gravenberch
SWEEPER
5
Cleanups
5
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Alexis Mac Allister 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.5
Rating
Mohamed Salah
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Curtis Jones
MAGNET
70
Activity
70
Activity
58
Passes
12
Duels
Cody Gakpo
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Hugo Ekitiké
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Giorgi Mamardashvili
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Freddie Woodman
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Joe Gomez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrew Robertson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Calvin Ramsay
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Trey Nyoni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kieran Morrison
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Federico Chiesa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rio Ngumoha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22/11/2025 | Liverpool | 0 - 3 | Nottingham Forest | Premier League | Anfield |
| 14/01/2025 | Nottingham Forest | 1 - 1 | Liverpool | Premier League | The City Ground |
| 14/09/2024 | Liverpool | 0 - 1 | Nottingham Forest | Premier League | Anfield |
| 02/03/2024 | Nottingham Forest | 0 - 1 | Liverpool | Premier League | The City Ground |
| 29/10/2023 | Liverpool | 3 - 0 | Nottingham Forest | Premier League | Anfield |
| 22/04/2023 | Liverpool | 3 - 2 | Nottingham Forest | Premier League | Anfield |
| 22/10/2022 | Nottingham Forest | 1 - 0 | Liverpool | Premier League | The City Ground |
| 20/03/2022 | Nottingham Forest | 0 - 1 | Liverpool | FA Cup | The City Ground |
22/11/2025
14/01/2025
14/09/2024
02/03/2024
29/10/2023
22/04/2023
22/10/2022
20/03/2022
Nottingham Forest Win
Liverpool Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Mac Allister Snatches Victory in Stoppage Time Chaos
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 32/100. A grueling afternoon for the visitors ended in pure ecstasy as Liverpool broke through Nottingham Forest's stubborn resistance with the final kick of the match.
The Siege of the City Ground
From the opening kick-off, Liverpool looked to impose their rhythm on a defiant Nottingham Forest side. The Intensity was palpable as the Reds edged possession with 53%, but they found a wall of red shirts waiting for them. Murillo was absolutely immense for the hosts, leading a defensive line that absorbed an incredible volume of pressure. With 28 total shots flying around the pitch, the match felt like a powder keg waiting for a spark. While the visitors controlled the ball, Forest’s counter-attacking threat kept the Balance of the match surprisingly delicate, forcing Ibrahima Konaté to remain vigilant at the back to prevent any sudden breakthroughs for the relegation-threatened side.
VAR Heartbreak and High Tension
As the clock ticked toward the ninety-minute mark, the Stakes reached a boiling point. The game appeared to have its decisive moment when Alexis Mac Allister bundled the ball home, only for the VAR officials to intervene and disallow the goal for a handball in the buildup. It was a crushing blow for the travelling fans and a massive boost for Forest's survival hopes. The Upset Factor was soaring as the fourth official signaled heavy stoppage time. The hosts tightened their grip on a potential point, throwing bodies on the line as Liverpool grew increasingly desperate. Every cross was met by a Forest head, and it seemed the tactical stalemate would leave both sides sharing the spoils.
The Final Twist
Seven minutes into added time, the deadlock finally shattered. Refusing to settle for a draw, Liverpool launched one final assault on the Forest goal. The ball fell to Mac Allister in the box, and this time, there was no whistle and no intervention. His clinical finish in the 97th minute sent the away end into a frenzy and left the Forest players slumped on the turf in disbelief. It was a cruel end for a side that had defended with such heroism, particularly Murillo, who finished as one of the game's top performers. For Liverpool, these three points are vital for their European ambitions, while Forest remains precariously close to the drop zone after a night of ultimate drama.
Key Questions
How dramatic was the late winner by Murillo?
The finish was incredibly dramatic, though it was actually Alexis Mac Allister who scored the 97th-minute winner after his earlier goal was disallowed by VAR.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Elite Quality Meets Survival Instinct
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 52/100. This clash at the City Ground is a test of whether Liverpool's superior talent can finally overcome their recent habit of dropping points against a gritty Forest side.
The Setup
Liverpool arrive in Nottingham sitting 5th in the table, but a run of four draws in their last five matches has stalled their momentum. Despite their high Stars rating, fueled by the likes of F. Wirtz and A. Mac Allister, they have lacked the killer instinct to bury games. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest sit 17th, hovering just above the danger zone. Their Form has been a rollercoaster, but with Murillo anchoring the defense and Matz Sels making saves at a high clip, they are far from pushovers at home. The Stakes are clear: Liverpool need to ignite their top-four chase, while Forest need every point to maintain their top-flight status.
Key Battle
The midfield engine room will decide this one. M. Gibbs-White is the creative heartbeat for the hosts, thriving in the spaces between the lines. He faces a direct challenge from Dominik Szoboszlai, who has been pulling the strings for the visitors. If Szoboszlai can dictate the tempo and limit the service to Forest's attackers, Liverpool will dominate territory. However, if Gibbs-White finds room to turn, Forest’s counter-attack becomes a genuine threat.
Our Prediction
Our take is that Liverpool’s sheer depth will eventually tell. Expect A. Isak to find the breakthrough late in the second half. Forest will defend deep and rely on Sels to keep them in it, but the pressure from Wirtz and Mac Allister should prove too much. We expect a narrow away win where Liverpool finally turn their dominance into three points, leaving Forest to search for points elsewhere.