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Liverpool v Nottingham Forest: Predicted XI, Team News and Injury Latest at Anfield

Anfield gets its first league look at Andoni Iraola’s Liverpool on Saturday, and there will be no appetite for unnecessary tinkering. After the 2-2 draw at Newcastle, the manager is expected to keep faith with most of the side, which feels sensible at this stage of the season. Rhythm matters, partnerships matter, and Liverpool still look like a team settling into their new shape.

Nottingham Forest arrive with their own issues and with Oliver Glasner trying to steady his side early in the campaign. This fixture has a familiar feel to it. Liverpool at home, expectation in the air, and a need to turn decent spells into three points.

Liverpool predicted XI for Forest clash

The likely Liverpool line-up is Alisson in goal, with Jeremie Frimpong, Jeremy Jacquet, Virgil van Dijk and Milos Kerkez across the back. Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch should anchor midfield, while Victor Munoz could come in on the right, leaving Florian Wirtz and Cody Gakpo to support Alexander Isak.

One change looks more probable than any other. Munoz may replace Rio Ngumoha, with Gakpo keeping his place despite ongoing talk over his future. Tottenham are said to be interested in the Dutch forward, but Liverpool’s priority will be what he produces in red this weekend.

Predicted Liverpool XI: Alisson, Frimpong, Jacquet, Van Dijk (C), Kerkez, Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Gakpo, Munoz, Isak.

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Injury news around Anfield

There are still absentees. Hugo Ekitike is working his way back after the Achilles injury suffered in April. Joe Gomez remains out with a muscle problem, while Giovanni Leoni and Conor Bradley continue their recovery from knee injuries. Federico Chiesa is also a doubt.

Jacquet, therefore, looks set to continue in defence. Ronald Araujo should be among the substitutes, which gives Iraola a solid option if the game turns awkward.

Forest concerns and key threats

Forest have problems of their own. Neco Williams is a doubt after taking a knock against Leeds, while Morgan Gibbs-White is dealing with a knee complaint. Liam Delap could make his debut after his £45million move from Chelsea, and that adds a bit of unpredictability to the visitors’ attack.

Kick-off is 12.30pm BST on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Anfield. For Liverpool, it is simple enough. Better control, more edge in the final third, and no excuses in front of the home crowd.