Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 29/08

England - Premier League

2 - 2

29 Aug 2026 07:30

Main prediction: Liverpool to win the clash

Alternative tip: double chance Liverpool

Other market: over 9.5 corners

Liverpool host Nottingham Forest this 29/08 (Saturday), at Anfield Stadium, at 12:30, in another chapter of the Prem.

In their last 5 duels across all competitions, Liverpool have won 0 time(s). Nottingham Forest have won 0. Liverpool are the favourites with a 29% chance according to the bookmakers.

See the prediction Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest, where to watch and the probable line-ups.

Prediction for Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest

BTTS - Yes

Market: BTTS - Yes · @ 1.61

1.61

Confidence

68%

Last updated: 29-08-2026

Overview Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest

Liverpool are favourites, with odds of 3.5 and a 29% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards Liverpool Football Club, with 5 win(s) against 3 for Nottingham Forest. The odds for a Nottingham Forest F.C. win are 6.8 and a draw is 12.32.

In the Prem, Liverpool have accumulated 0 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 2 goal(s) scored and 2 conceded. Dominik Szoboszlai leads the scoring chart with 1 goal(s). Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest have accumulated 0 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 0 goal(s) scored and 1 conceded, with Neco Williams as top scorer with 0 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest

In 9 clashes, Liverpool have the advantage over Nottingham Forest: 5 win(s) against 3 and 1 draw(s). The most recent was on 22/02/2026, in the Premier League. Liverpool won on that occasion.

The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.

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Liverpool: current form

Liverpool have played only 1 match(es) in the Premier League.

With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 0 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s).

In the Prem the situation is this:

0 win(s), 1 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)

0 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

1.6 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Dominik Szoboszlai (1 goal(s))

Nottingham Forest: current form

Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest have played only 1 match(es) in the Premier League.

With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 0 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s).

In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:

0 win(s), 0 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)

0 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

0.8 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Neco Williams (0 goal(s))

Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest key players

In the Premier League, Dominik Szoboszlai carries Liverpool Football Club's attack with 1 goal(s).

The playmaker is Ryan Gravenberch, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Hugo Ekitike has 11 goal(s).

Nottingham Forest have not yet scored in the Premier League.

In the season, Morgan Gibbs-White already appears with 15 goal(s), but their account in the league remains at zero.

Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest statistics in the Premier League

Few matches into the league yet. Liverpool have an average of 8 corners and 3 cards per match. Nottingham Forest have 5 corners and 2 cards. Check the statistics for Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest in the table below.

Liverpool

Home

DDLDL
VS

Nottingham Forest

Away

LLDLD

Points & Results

  • 1
    PPG
    0
  • 0%
    Wins
    0%
  • 0%
    First to Score
    0%

Goals Scored & Conceded

  • 2
    Scored/game
    0
  • 2
    Conceded/game
    1
  • 1.66
    xG
    0.27
  • 0.29
    xGA
    0.15

Trends

  • 100%
    Both Score
    0%
  • 0%
    Clean Sheet
    0%
  • 0%
    Failed to Score
    100%

More tips for Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest

In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest in the Premier League:

Our prediction is: Over 2.5 goals in the match

Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest has all the makings of a high-scoring affair, and we anticipate this game going over 2.5 goals.

Online bookmakers have given good 1.49 odds for over 2.5 goals, and we fancy the chances of that bet paying off thanks to the tremendous attacking ability of the two teams.

Our prediction is: Liverpool to win

In all honesty, there is no other result we can foresee for this match other than Liverpool to win outright, which is our betting tip.

Liverpool's strong form this season, particularly at home, is hard to overlook, as are Nottingham Forest's shaky overall results and performances of late. And we expect the two sides to play true to form when they meet for their upcoming match.

Correct score prediction for Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest

The favoritism in the odds points to Liverpool. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Liverpool 1-0 Nottingham Forest. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest

Check out where to watch the live match between Nottingham Forest and Liverpool:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Liverpool and Nottingham Forest

The line-ups for Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest in the Prem are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Liverpool Football Club line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Nottingham Forest F.C. line-up

The Nottingham Forest starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest

Match: Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest

Tournament: Prem 2026/27

Date: 29/08/2026

Time: 12:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Anfield Stadium

Broadcast: none scheduled

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Published: 28 Aug 2026
Updated: 23 Oct 2026
Gustavo Porto

Gustavo Porto

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