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Goal Wirtz

It has been cancelled

Goal disallowed!

The biggest problem was poor defensive organisation and a lack of urgency. They allowed Liverpool to attack the space far too easily instead of closing down the ball carrier. The defenders were too passive, the midfield protection was late, and once Liverpool worked the ball into the dangerous area, Forest were essentially reacting rather than defending.
The centre-backs also failed to maintain proper distances between themselves, creating gaps for Liverpool's attackers to exploit. At this level, you cannot give a team like Liverpool that much time and space in the final third.
In short: Forest didn't necessarily get beaten by some unstoppable piece of individual brilliance — they made the goal easier than it needed to be through poor positioning, slow reactions and weak pressure on the ball. Their defensive line needed to be more aggressive and compact.

AngelSlay:
Liverpool 2–1 Nottingham Forest
I expect Liverpool to dominate possession and chances, but I don't completely trust their defence yet. Forest can make this uncomfortable, especially on the counter.
Most likely: Liverpool win
Goals: Over 2.5 is reasonable, but not a banker
Both teams to score: Yes — slight preference
Correct score: 2-1 Liverpool
Confidence: 7/10
If Liverpool score early, I could see this becoming 3-1. If Forest survive the first 30–40 minutes, though, a 1-1 draw becomes much more realistic.

Look at the game and see that Liverpool does not appear like a team serious to score in this game. Plenty of work to be done with this Liverpool team. I think Nottingham forest may win this match, if care is not taken.

Isak is the MOST quiet man on the pitch.

dominique:
Goal disallowed!

Which club do you support?

Wordson:
It's a must win. I mean a MUST WIN. this Forest have been a pain in our neck for over 2 seasons now.
We have to win with at least 2 goals margin to prove a point or should I say claim 3 points

and it's about to repeat itself again.
3 straight seasons in a row at anfield and clean sheet too

I hope Iraola will stay long in Liverpool.

ThaRealist:
What happened to Gravenberch

He is not a DM. He doesn't like to sit back too.

Never been a fan of hiring a manager from a smaller side. We look like a team in transition. Unbelievable.

crazygod:
He is not a DM. He doesn't like to sit back too.

He is the main DM

Early kickoff in EPL is never good news for any of the big 4.

Omo be like that decision to sell Salah na own goal.

Salah dey score Hatrick for Turkey while Liverpool dey pull hamstring for England.

plessis:
Never been a fan of hiring a manager from a smaller side. We look like a team in transition. Unbelievable.

I understand the frustration, but judging Iraola simply because he came from a smaller club is unfair. Every top manager started somewhere, and managing a less-established side can actually show how well a coach develops players, builds a system, and gets results without unlimited resources.

The bigger issue is whether the manager has the right players, squad balance, and time to implement his ideas. If the team looks like it’s in transition, that doesn’t automatically mean the manager is the problem. Sometimes you have to give the project time before writing it off.

ThaRealist:
What happened to Gravenberch

the question shld be what happened to Endo.. That guy is far better than Grav I. That defense midfield row

iwaeda:
I hope Iraola will stay long in Liverpool.

What exactly is your plan sir 😁

Liverpool struggled in the first half cos their build-up was too slow, while the space left behind their full-backs allowed Nottingham Forest to threaten on the counter. In the second half, they need to move the ball quicker, create more movement between the lines, and be more disciplined when possession is lost to prevent Forest from exploiting the counterattack but na them sabi sha 🤣

Liverpool fans just dey ask themselves questions here and there.... omo confusion is terrible o


Remain for them to ask "who wear red?"

Jisos!


How did I forgot it was a 12 o'clock game and put Liverpool in all my tickets?


Father Lord have mercy on my tickets

Okpebholo1:
He is the main DM

Bros he doesn't play like a DM. Since last season, he always leaves his position vacant which caused Newcastle to score two goals against us.

AngelSlay:
Saying Liverpool’s midfield is “very laughable” is a bit too simplistic. Football has changed, and you can’t simply compare today’s midfield to Klopp’s 2019–20 team and expect the same formula to work.

Henderson, Wijnaldum and Milner gave Klopp incredible running power, discipline and physicality, but they also had a completely different tactical system around them. The issue isn’t just about having “soft players”; it’s about balance, pressing, ball progression, defensive transitions and how the whole team functions together.

And let’s be honest, Liverpool have actually invested heavily in midfield. The problem is getting the right combination consistently and keeping the structure compact when possession is lost. You can have physically strong midfielders and still get dominated if the positioning and tactical organisation are poor.

I agree that Liverpool need more control and physical presence in certain matches, especially against aggressive Premier League sides. But blaming every poor result on the midfield while ignoring defensive organisation, individual errors and tactical decisions is just looking for one convenient scapegoat.

The Premier League is physical, yes—but being physical alone doesn't win you the league. You need technical quality, intelligence, intensity, athleticism and tactical discipline. That’s the combination Liverpool should be looking for.

Must you use A. I to reply......?

Nawa ooo

lavylilly:
The biggest problem was poor defensive organisation and a lack of urgency. They allowed Liverpool to attack the space far too easily instead of closing down the ball carrier. The defenders were too passive, the midfield protection was late, and once Liverpool worked the ball into the dangerous area, Forest were essentially reacting rather than defending.
The centre-backs also failed to maintain proper distances between themselves, creating gaps for Liverpool's attackers to exploit. At this level, you cannot give a team like Liverpool that much time and space in the final third.
In short: Forest didn't necessarily get beaten by some unstoppable piece of individual brilliance — they made the goal easier than it needed to be through poor positioning, slow reactions and weak pressure on the ball. Their defensive line needed to be more aggressive and compact.

oga stop using A I haba

Can't you use your brain to write messages.....

Wetin A. I go cause

lavylilly:
Isak is the MOST quiet man on the pitch.

I dey tell you

So dissapointed with him so far

benardtotti:
Which club do you support?

She supports the current EPL champions and potential 2027 champions God willing

COYG

bluefilm:
Jisos!


How did I forgot it was a 12 o'clock game and put Liverpool in all my tickets?


Father Lord have mercy on my tickets

Liverpool dey all my tickets aswell

I Just need Liverpool to score atleast 2 goals and above

Patnome:
I dey tell you

So dissapointed with him so far

Think he has scored.

Patnome:
Liverpool dey all my tickets aswell

I Just need Liverpool to score atleast 2 goals and above

They have equalized

But I also need them to win

Reference:
Think he has scored.

When did he score?
I am not longer watching the match

I had over 3.gb data on my phone.
Only first half I watched, ,zapped all my data
Na God go destroy the useless MTN

Forest calm down o.
EPL early kick-offs are always nightmarish. I'm not doing this again, not even if Hull is playing Manchester United again, Manchester United might go on and win and bin all the good people's tickets