Liverpool predicted line-up vs Nottingham Forest as Andoni Iraola faces major selection decision

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While the Hungarian's ice-cool spot-kick spared Iraola a debut defeat, the performance raised immediate questions over the defensive structure of his new-look side.Forest’s consecutive defeats to Leeds United in the Premier League and EFL Cup have given Iraola an opportunity to exploit a side still adapting to Oliver Glasner’s methods in the early stages of his tenure. Iraola’s aggressive system asks his full-backs to push forward, potentially leaving space behind them for Forest’s two No.10s, likely Dan Ndoye and Morgan Gibbs-White, to attack.

However, Gravenberch is still likely to get the nod as he continues to develop his understanding of Iraola’s system, while Szoboszlai should retain his place ahead of him. His role could be particularly important against Forest’s 3-4-2-1.

Attack Alexander Isak should lead the line again, although his selection is more a consequence of Liverpool’s limited alternatives than his performance against Newcastle. His late cameo against Newcastle saw him win the penalty for Liverpool’s equaliser, while his natural position and willingness to cover ground make him a better fit for the role.