Both Nottingham Forest and Liverpool return to Premier League action this weekend after impressive wins in other competitions last time out. Indeed, Forest beat Fenerbahce 3-0 away from home in the first leg of their play-off tie in the UEFA Europa League (UEL), while Liverpool also beat Brighton & Hove Albion by the same scoreline at Anfield in the fourth round of the FA Cup.
Now, focus turns to the league where Forest are aiming to keep their heads above water in terms of their relegation battle, while Liverpool are looking to cement their place in the top five of the table, which is likely to yield UEFA Champions League (UCL) football come next season.
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Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool prediction: Reds to slip up at City Ground?
Key stats
- Forest have only lost once in six games in all competitions.
- Forest are also unbeaten in the previous three H2Hs.
- Both teams have kept clean sheets in their last two matches.
Correct score prediction: Nottingham Forest 1-1 Liverpool
Given their respective positions in the league table, this may feel like a routine away win. However, Liverpool have shown inconsistencies throughout the season, and Forest's strong home form could see them get a positive result here.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Liverpool favourites with bookmakers
- HOME: 29/10 (3.90) – 25.6%
- DRAW: 14/5 (3.80) – 26.3%
- AWAY: 5/6 (1.83) – 54.5%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As shown by the implied probabilities, Liverpool are the favourites with bookmakers to claim all three points on their travels. Interestingly, a draw and a Forest win are separated by just 0.7%.
Also, feel free to check out our dedicated Today’s betting tips page, as well as our Premier League predictions & betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Forest hoping for four unbeaten
As mentioned before, Forest are unbeaten in the last three meetings, and will be hoping to make it four here. Only six goals in total were scored across those H2Hs, so we are also expecting a low-scoring affair.
England Premier League 22/11/25
Liverpool
Nottm Forest
England Premier League 14/01/25
Nottm Forest
Liverpool
England Premier League 14/09/24
Liverpool
Nottm Forest
England Premier League 02/03/24
Nottm Forest
Liverpool
England Premier League 29/10/23
Liverpool
Nottm Forest
Nottingham Forest preview: No fresh concerns
Forest have reported no fresh concerns in their squad since Thursday night. The likes of Matz Sels and Chris Wood remain on the treatment table.
Predicted lineup: Ortega (GK); Aina, Milenkovic, Murillo, Williams; Sangare, Anderson; Hudson-Odoi, Gibbs-White, Hutchinson & Jesus
Last five results:
- 19/02/26: Fenerbahce 0-3 Nottingham Forest (Europa League)
- 11/02/26: Nottingham Forest 0-0 Wolves (Premier League)
- 06/02/26: Leeds 3-1 Nottingham Forest (Premier League)
- 01/02/26: Nottingham Forest 1-1 Crystal Palace (Premier League)
- 29/01/26: Nottingham Forest 4-0 Ferencvaros (Europa League)
Liverpool preview: Players nearing returns
Jeremie Frimpong and Joe Gomez are nearing returns after injury. However, the likes of Alexander Isak and Wataru Endo are out long term for Liverpool.
Predicted lineup: Alisson (GK); Szoboszlai, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo & Ekitike
Last five results:
- 14/02/26: Liverpool 3-0 Brighton & Hove Albion (FA Cup)
- 11/02/26: Sunderland 0-1 Liverpool (Premier League)
- 08/02/26: Liverpool 1-2 Manchester City (Premier League)
- 31/01/26: Liverpool 4-1 Newcastle (Premier League)
- 28/01/26: Liverpool 6-0 Qarabag (Champions League)
Player to watch: Morgan Gibbs-White
Morgan Gibbs-White scored and assisted for Forest against Fenerbahce, and remains one of their key players. If they are to get a positive result against Liverpool, the midfielder will need to be at his highest level.