Vítor Pereira Makes 'Unfair' Liverpool Claim After Nottingham Forest Heartbreak - 'Not Enough'

Nottingham Forest manager Vítor Pereira expressed frustration after a dramatic 1-0 defeat to Liverpool at the City Ground, labeling the result as "unfair" and insisting his team's performance was "not enough" to secure points despite dominating the match[1][2].

In his pre-match press conference, Pereira had been optimistic, emphasizing the need for his side to play with identity and tactical consistency against the reigning champions. He highlighted the importance of resting players after a European win but urged them to harness the supporters' energy for a strong showing: "We need to play with our tools... create identity and know how to attack as a team."[1]

The game lived up to the hype as a tough Premier League clash. Commentators noted Forest's superior play, with one pundit calling Liverpool's performance "absolutely pathetic, woeful, and embarrassing," insisting Forest "did not deserve to lose."[2] Despite this, Alexis Mac Allister's late brace—with only one goal counting—snatched victory for the visitors in stoppage time. A cross from the right led to Van Dijk's header, pushed out by the keeper, before Mac Allister capitalized twice, sealing a "remarkable" and "unbelievable" turnaround.[2]

Post-match, Pereira's heartbreak was evident. He demanded mental preparation and tactical corrections for consistency, refusing to let his team fluctuate in style: "I want to play against Liverpool with the same intention as against Feyenoord."[1] Programme notes ahead of the fixture featured an exclusive interview with the Portuguese coach, delving into Forest's history with Liverpool and building anticipation for the bumper edition.[3]

Pereira's claim underscores Forest's resolve amid a packed schedule, as they push for points in a season where every result matters. The loss highlights Liverpool's resilience, even on off-days, but leaves Forest fans raging over what felt like robbery.[2] (Word count: 298)