Liverpool host Nottingham Forest at Anfield on August 29 seeking their first Premier League win of the season. Both sides enter the match without a victory after opening-weekend results. The Opta model assigns Liverpool a 61.1 percent chance of winning, Forest an 18.2 percent chance and a draw 20.7 percent probability.
Match context and stakes
Liverpool drew 2-2 at Newcastle in their opening fixture under new head coach Andoni Iraola. Nottingham Forest lost both of their opening matches against Leeds United, first 1-0 in the league and then 2-0 in the League Cup. A victory at Anfield would give either side momentum early in the campaign.
Transfer activity and squad depth
Liverpool are close to signing forward Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain. Iraola stated the club needs more options in wide areas following Mohamed Salah's departure. Reports link Cody Gakpo with potential moves to Manchester City or Tottenham. Forest completed a club-record signing of striker Liam Delap from Chelsea for a reported 45 million pounds.
Team news and predicted lineups
Liverpool will be without Hugo Ekitike, Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni and Joe Gomez. Alexander Isak is expected to lead the attack with Florian Wirtz in the number 10 role. Nottingham Forest are missing Nicolo Savona and Ryan Yates, while Neco Williams and Morgan Gibbs-White are doubts. Both clubs have released predicted starting XIs ahead of the fixture.
Head-to-head record
The teams have met 124 times previously. Liverpool hold 61 wins, Forest have 33 victories and there have been 30 draws. The most recent league meeting in February 2026 ended with a 1-0 Liverpool win thanks to a stoppage-time goal from Alexis Mac Allister.
Opta prediction and betting angles
Opta’s supercomputer favours Liverpool at home. The probability breakdown is 61.1 percent for a home win, 18.2 percent for an away win and 20.7 percent for a draw. Historical trends and current form support the home side as clear favourites.
Frequently asked questions
When is Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest?
The Premier League match kicks off at Anfield on Saturday, August 29 at 12:30pm local time.
What is the Opta win probability for Liverpool?
Opta gives Liverpool a 61.1 percent chance of winning the match.
Who scored the winner in the last league meeting?
Alexis Mac Allister scored a stoppage-time winner for Liverpool in February 2026.
Which new signing has Forest just completed?
Forest signed striker Liam Delap from Chelsea for a club-record fee of 45 million pounds.
Which Liverpool players are injured?
Hugo Ekitike, Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni and Joe Gomez are all unavailable.
Key takeaways
Liverpool drew their first match 2-2 away at Newcastle under new manager Andoni Iraola.
Nottingham Forest have lost their opening two fixtures against Leeds United.
Opta assigns Liverpool a 61.1 percent probability of victory at Anfield.
Forest paid a club-record 45 million pounds for striker Liam Delap.
Liverpool are close to completing the signing of forward Bradley Barcola.
