🔴 Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest Prediction: Premier League Gameweek 12 Preview
Match Details:
- Fixture: Liverpool FC vs Nottingham Forest
- Competition: Premier League (Gameweek 12, 2025/26 Season)
- Venue: Anfield, Liverpool
- Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
- Kick-Off: 15:00 BST (18:00 EAT)
Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: The Reds Look to Recover Against Struggling Forest
Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest prediction sees the home side under pressure to secure commanding victory and recover from recent slump, including a 3-0 loss to Manchester City. Nottingham Forest, currently in serious relegation battle at 19th place with just 9 points, face monumental task stopping Champions League challengers at Anfield.
Premier League Standings: The Chasers Meet the Strugglers
| Team | Position | Points | MP | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | 8th | 18 pts | 11 MP | +1 GD |
| Nottingham Forest | 19th | 9 pts | 11 MP | -10 GD |
Liverpool's Premier League position of 8th with 18 points indicates an inconsistent start to 2025/26 season, while Nottingham Forest are embroiled in severe relegation scrap.
Recent Form Analysis: Liverpool's Slump vs Forest's Fight
Liverpool's recent form has been ice-cold with worst results coming recently, highlighted by heavy defeat to City (1.64 PPG). Nottingham Forest's form shows resilience but overall goals per game (0.95) is major concern heading to Anfield.
Head-to-Head: Liverpool's Anfield Fortress
Liverpool holds historical advantage over Nottingham Forest. Last 7 direct matches show Liverpool Wins: 4, Forest Wins: 2, Draws: 1. Liverpool have been consistently dominant at Anfield against Forest.
Team News & Injury Updates
Liverpool: Focus will be on form of key veterans Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk to pull team out of slump. Need their risky, high-flying attack to click at home.
Jeremie Frimpong -( Hamstring)
Giovanni Leoni - ( Knee )
Stefan Bajcetic -( Hamstring )
Jayden Danns - ( Hamstring )
Alisson -
Curtis Jones -
Nottingham Forest: Will rely on high work rate and tactical discipline to cope with pressure. Main concern dealing with Liverpool's wide attacking threats.
Ola Aina (Hamstring )
Dilane Bakwa (Knock)
Oleksandr Zinchenko
Chris Wood (Knee)
Angus Gunn (Knee)
Douglas Luiz -
Callum Hudson-Odoi
Tactical Breakdown: What to Expect at Anfield
Liverpool's Approach: Expect ferocious reaction from Liverpool, likely dominating possession (60%+) and pressing aggressively. Will deploy front-footed full-backs to overload flanks and create high-quality chances.
Nottingham Forest's Strategy: Sean Dyche will likely set up rigid, deep defensive block (4-2-3-1), aimed at stifling space in central areas and relying on occasional long ball or set piece. They'll aim to keep scoreline respectable.
Key Players:
- Liverpool:Mohamed Salah (Forward) to provide clinical edge
- Nottingham Forest: Defensive midfield to screen back four and disrupt play
Probable Starting Line-ups
Liverpool (4-3-3): GK: Alisson | DEF: Bradley, Konaté, Van Dijk, Robertson | MID: Mac Allister, Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, | FWD: Salah, Ekitike, Gakpo
Nottingham Forest (4-2-3-1): GK: Sels | DEF: Savona, Milenkovic, Murillo, Williams | MID: Anderson, Sangare, Gibbs-White, Ndoye, Dominguez | ST: Igor Jesus
Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest Final Score Prediction
Despite Liverpool's slump, their quality at Anfield combined with Nottingham Forest's poor scoring record and relegation fears makes comprehensive home victory most likely outcome. Liverpool will likely find their rhythm early.
Final Score Prediction: Liverpool 3-0 Nottingham Forest
Betting Tips for Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest
- Liverpool to win to nil
- Over 2.5 goals
- Anytime Goalscorer: Mohamed Salah
Why This Match Matters
For Liverpool: Litmus test to see if they can cool down their ice-cold form and regain consistency. Comfortable win vital to stay in Champions League race.
For Nottingham Forest: About damage limitation and proving they can compete against league's elite. Heavy loss could shatter team morale and push them further into relegation abyss.
Premier League Gameweek 12 Summary: Key Takeaways
Premier League Gameweek 12 on Saturday, November 22, 2025 features five crucial fixtures with relegation battles, top-four races, and mid-table scraps all taking center stage. From Chelsea's expected dominance at Turf Moor to West Ham's desperate fight for survival at Bournemouth, and Liverpool's need to rediscover form against Forest, this gameweek promises drama across the table.
Top Predictions:
- Burnley vs Chelsea - Blues' quality should overwhelm struggling Clarets
- Bournemouth vs West Ham - Six-pointer likely ends in tense draw
- Brighton vs Brentford - High-scoring encounter between evenly-matched sides
- Fulham vs Sunderland - Cottagers edge tight, low-scoring affair at home
- Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest - Reds bounce back with convincing Anfield victory
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