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Ola Aina’s Forest will hope to complete the double over league leaders Liverpool in what is interestingly a top-of-the-table clash. Here are predictions, team news, betting tips, and possible line-ups for the game.
Nottingham Forest remain the only side to have bested Liverpool this season, with Nuno Espirito Santo’s men claiming a memorable 1-0 victory at Anfield in September.
Now sitting third in the Premier League, Forest are firmly in the title conversation and could tighten the race further by handing Liverpool their second defeat of the campaign.
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The Reds, meanwhile, are searching for consistency after a 2-2 league draw with Manchester United and a Carabao Cup exit to Tottenham, though they regained some momentum with a comfortable FA Cup win over Accrington Stanley.
Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool Head to Head
The hosts are looking to complete the double over the Reds for the first time since the 1962-63 campaign.
However, the visitors won this fixture 1-0 last season, ending a 13-match winless run at City Ground in the league (7D, 6L).
Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool Team News and Possible Lineups
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Good news on the injury front for Nottingham Forest!
Brazilian midfielder Danilo made a triumphant return to action during their FA Cup victory over Luton Town, marking a significant milestone in his recovery from a serious ankle injury.
Adding to the positive vibes, Ivorian powerhouse Ibrahim Sangare is also reportedly nearing a return to full fitness.
While there was a slight scare with Dominik Szoboszlai coming off at half-time against their last opponent, manager Espirito quickly allayed fears, confirming it was a planned substitution.
However, the Reds will be without the firepower of Darwin Nunez due to suspension after accumulating five yellow cards this season.
Defender Joe Gomez continues to nurse an injury and remains "quite far" from a return to first-team action, according to Arne Slot
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Nottingham Forest Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Sels (GK); Aina, Milenkovic, Murillo, Williams; Anderson, Dominguez; Elanga, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Wood
Liverpool Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Alisson (GK); Alexander-Arnold, Quansah, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo; Diaz
Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool Predictions & Betting Tips
This clash is expected to be a tough one for the league leaders, with Forest already mastering the art of defending deep and hitting on the break.
However, we believe that the visitors will have enough to earn something from this clash.
Both teams to score
Over 1.5 goals
Over 3.5 cards
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