Overall, a 1-1 draw keeps Liverpool’s six-point cushion ahead of Forest intact, even if their head coach Arne Slot will have reservations, as he did when his team lost the reverse fixture at Anfield 1-0 four months ago, despite an excellent second half.

Liverpool dominated possession but struggled to break through Forest’s resolute defence, led superbly by Nikola Milenkovic and Murillo. Despite creating numerous chances, the Reds lacked precision in the final third. Arne Slot’s substitutions in the 65th minute finally made the difference.