It will be a top-of-the-table clash in the Premier League when Nottingham Forest host Liverpool. The Reds are currently at the top of the standings while Forest is 3rd equal in points with Arsenal with an equal number of games. The game promises to be a mouth-watering clash with each team ready to go the distance in their quest to achieve the league title glory.
Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool Prediction & Betting Tip
Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool Odds
The odds for the game are heavily in favor of Liverpool despite them being the visitors. A win for the odds is placed merely at 1.64. On the other hand, the odds for a draw are placed at 4.10. However, the highest odds are in for a win for Nottingham Forest at a whopping 5.12.
Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool Betting Odds | |
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Bet | Odds |
Nottingham Forest Win | 5.12 |
Draw | 4.10 |
Liverpool Win | 1.64 |
Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool Live Streaming
Fans in India can watch the Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool action live on Star Sports Network. OTT users can tune in to Disney Plus for the coverage. The match begins at 1:30 AM IST on Wednesday.
Nottingham Forest Team Analysis
Nottingham Forest Recent Performance
Nottingham Forest is in splendid form on the back of 6 wins in a row. Their last 3 wins see them emerge victorious over Tottenham Hotspur, Wolves, and a recent 3-0 win over Lutton Town. The side has scored 10 goals in their last 5 matches and has a total of 9 clean sheets this season showcasing their strong defensive attributes.
Home Team | Away Team | Result |
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Nottingham Forest | Luton Town | 2-0 |
Wolverhampton W. | Nottingham Forest | 0-3 |
Nottingham Forest | Tottenham | 1-0 |
Nottingham Forest Key Players
The main player for Nottingham Forest is their ace striker Chris Wood who has already scored 12 goals this season. On the wings, the duo of Anthony Elanga and Callum Hudson-Odoi too continue to be huge threats. In the midfield, Morgan Gibbs-White is a force reckon with.
Nottingham Forest Suspensions & Injuries
Player | Injury/Suspension | Expected Return |
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Ibrahim Sangare | Hamstring Injury | Late January 2025 |
Danilo | Broken ankle | Doubtful |
Liverpool Team Analysis
Liverpool Recent Performance
In their last 3 games, Liverpool have 1 win, 1 loss and a draw. The Reds are currently placed first in the Premier League with 46 points from 19 games. The Reds played out a thrilling 2-2 draw against Manchester United. They were then handed a 1-0 defeat against Spurs in the EFL Cup semis 1st leg. This was followed by a FA Cup 3rd Round 4-0 win over Accrington.
Home Team | Away Team | Result |
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Liverpool | Accrington | 4-0 |
Tottenham Hotspur | Liverpool | 1-0 |
Liverpool | Manchester United | 2-2 |
Liverpool Key Players
For the Merseyside Reds, Mohamed Salah is a key player who has been scoring goals for fun. The Egyptian has already scored 18 goals this season in the league and is hungry to score more. Luis Diaz too adds creativity to the attack. As for the defense, Virgin van Dijk stands tall as a rock.
Liverpool Suspensions & Injuries
Player | Injury/Suspension | Expected Return |
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Joel Matip | Cruciate ligament | Out for season |
Joe Gomez | Hamstring Injury | Early February 2025 |
Dominik Szoboszlai | Illness | Doubtful |
Tyler Morton | Ankle Injury | Doubtful |
Jarell Quansah | Illness | Doubtful |
Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool Head-to-Head Statistics
Heading into the game, Liverpool has the advantage. Over the last 5 encounters, the Reds have 3 wins while Forest has 2 wins. And this means this encounter is going to be extremely fierce.
Home | Away | Result |
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Liverpool | Nottingham Forest | 0-1 |
Nottingham Forest | Liverpool | 0-1 |
Liverpool | Nottingham Forest | 3-0 |
Liverpool | Nottingham Forest | 3-2 |
Nottingham Forest | Liverpool | 1-0 |