Liverpool
Nottingham ForestLiverpool host Nottingham Forest at Anfield in Premier League Matchday 2 on Saturday, 29 August 2026. The Reds are heavy favourites at 1.42, reflecting their status as a traditional top-six power. Nottingham Forest arrive as underdogs at 6.50, with the draw priced at 4.50. This early-season clash sets the tone for both sides' campaigns.
Liverpool have mixed form with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses across their last five outings, scoring 9 goals but conceding 9. Recent results include a draw with Newcastle, a victory over Como and a defeat to Monaco. In the league, they sit 9th with 1 point from their opening fixture. Nottingham Forest began with a loss to Leeds and carry 0 points, ranked 15th. However, their last five shows 2 wins and 3 defeats with 4 goals for and against, suggesting inconsistency. Head-to-head, Liverpool won their last meeting 1-0 in February 2026.
The betting market strongly favours the home side, with Liverpool backed at 1.42 and Double chance 1X at 1.13. Goals markets show Over 2.5 at 1.61 and Over 1.5 at just 1.17, indicating expectation of at least two goals. The statistical model diverges, suggesting a draw or Nottingham Forest upset, with draw probability at 45% and away win at 45%. This clash pits market consensus against model scepticism about Liverpool's dominance.
Pick to watch: Liverpool remain the clear choice despite model reservations. The 1.42 favourite is justified by home advantage, recent head-to-head form and their quality, even if Nottingham Forest's early-season struggles offer some contrarian appeal. Back the Reds to secure three points at Anfield.
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| NR | TEAM | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Brighton | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2 |  Arsenal | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 |  Brentford | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 4 |  Everton | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 5 |  Hull City | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 6 |  Chelsea | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 7 |  Manchester City | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 8 |  Ipswich | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 9 |  Leeds | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 10 |  Liverpool | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 11 |  Newcastle | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 12 |  Fulham | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 13 |  Sunderland | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 14 |  Bournemouth | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 15 |  Nottingham Forest | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 16 |  Manchester United | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 17 |  Crystal Palace | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 18 |  Tottenham | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 19 |  Coventry | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 20 |  Aston Villa | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
