Nottingham Forest defeated Liverpool at Anfield for the first time in 55 years ending Arne Slot’s unbeaten record in the 2024-25 Premier League season.
The last time Nottingham Forest secured a win against Liverpool at Anfield was in 1969.
Former Chelsea attacker, Callum Hudson Odoi, scored for Forest in the second half of the game.
Forest winger Anthony Elanga, who saw the run of Hudson Odoi, put the ball into his path.
Hudson Odoi cut the ball from the left to the right and excellently hit the ball into the bottom corner as Allison watched the English star’s attempt go into the net.
The Liverpool side dominated the game with excellent shots on goal from Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah in the first half.
Forest goalkeeper Matz Sels was forced into a countless saves in both half of the match.
The Liverpool team were not able to break down the relentless Forest.
Also, The Forest team frustrated Liverpool in the first half, but they didn’t have any shots on target.
Nuno Espiritio Santos Second Half Substitution Saved Nottingham Forest
In the second half, Forest manager Espirito Santos brought in Hudson Odoi and Elanga, which eventually paid off.
Elanga created a chance for Hudson Odoi and almost doubled the lead with a beautiful shot on target, which was saved by Alisson.
Nottingham Forest Continue to Target European Football After Defeating One of the Title Favorites, Liverpool
The Forest team are eyeing a top-four finish after defeating Liverpool at home. The Nuno Espiritio team are currently in the Champions League spot with eight points from four matches.
The composition of the team can be attributed to the tactical geniuses of the manager.
They are currently four points behind Manchester City, who are on top of the table with 12 points from four matches.
However, maintaining a high level of consistency can only get them a European football this season.
What Alisson Said After Liverpool’s lost to Nottingham Forest at home for the first time in 55 Years
In the post-match press conference between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest, the Liverpool goalkeeper revealed his opinion on Nottingham Forest’s performance.
He said, “It was a shame losing points at home is not good at all, but the opponent today only wanted to defend and play long ball.”
“We gave them that too easily when they scored; it was poor defensively from us. We couldn’t create much; we had a lack of quality today; we needed more energy. It is three points we have lost today unnecessarily.”
Who Won the Man of the Match?
Hudson Odoi won the man of the match after scoring in the 72nd minute via a counterattack. He also contributed immensely to the fierce attack of the Nottingham Forest team.
Liverpool And Nottingham Forest Position On The Premier League Table After The Game
Liverpool are still in the second place on the Premier League table after their first defeat under the Dutch manager.
The Liverpool side have nine points after four games. They are three points behind Manchester City and a point above Nottingham Forest.
Nottingham Forest, on the other hand, are in the fourth place of the Premier League table after securing three points against one of the title favorites, Liverpool.
The team are four points below the top of the EPL table.
What Next For Liverpool And Nottingham Forest?
The Arne Slot’s team will travel to San Siro to play against AC Milan in the Champions League on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at 8:00 pm.
The Forest team will play against Brighton on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at 2:00 pm. The Brighton side are expected to defeat Nottingham Forest.
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