Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool Predictions

Nottingham Forest host Liverpool at the City Ground on Sunday, February 22, 2026, in a crucial Premier League clash. Forest, teetering near the relegation zone, sit three points clear but face pressure after recent draws and losses. New manager Vitor Pereira, replacing Sean Dyche, debuted impressively with a 3-0 Europa League win over Fenerbahce midweek, though fatigue may play a role.[3][4]

Liverpool, chasing a top-four finish under Arne Slot, have rebounded from a Manchester City defeat with victories over Sunderland (1-0) and Brighton (3-0 in FA Cup). Their attack is firing, scoring 20 goals in seven games, with Mo Salah key. Despite Forest's 3-0 Anfield shock in November—extending their unbeaten run in three head-to-heads—Liverpool dominate historically (60 wins to Forest's 33).[1][2][3]

Team News & Form

• Forest: Struggling at home (7 defeats), low scoring (once per last four league games at City Ground). Top scorers: Morgan Gibbs-White (3 goals). Recent form: W-D-W-D-L-D.[2][4]
• Liverpool: Strong away scoring (69% over 2.5 goals), top-five for both teams scoring. Averages 1.5 goals conceded away. Unbeaten streak needed after rare away win drought.[1][2]

Predictions & Betting Tips

Consensus favors Liverpool to win, with scorelines like 1-2, 1-3, or 2-1. Odds: Liverpool 8/11, Forest 11/4, Draw 23/10. Bets include Liverpool victory (1.XX), over 2.5 goals (1.67), Salah assist (3.0). Forest's home woes and Liverpool's form tip the scales, despite H2H surprises.[1][3][4][5]

Experts note Forest's fight but highlight Liverpool's quality. Predicted scorers: Igor (Forest), Salah, Ekitike (Liverpool). A high-scoring affair expected.[1][2]

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