Date of Tips: 17/11/2025
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Liverpool FC
v Nottingham Forest FC 
Anfield
Premier League Matchday 12 
22-11-2025 15:00
Liverpool Form
Nottingham Form
Liverpool welcome Nottingham Forest to Anfield on 22/11/2025, with a 3 pm kick-off that feels pretty important for both sides. You’re getting two teams who’ve shown flashes of good play lately, but each still wrestling with their own defensive issues. That’s why this one already has that unpredictable vibe, and why a Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest prediction sits nicely at the heart of the build-up.
So, here’s what I think as we walk through the key storylines, team news, likely lineups, and a few betting-style angles — all in a relaxed, real-talk breakdown of what you can actually expect on the pitch.
The international break arrived at a perfect moment for Liverpool. Their heavy 3-0 loss to Manchester City had knocked the wind out of them, especially after looking sharp in the wins over Aston Villa and Real Madrid. Arne Slot has been trying to reshape things tactically this season, and you can see both the good and the bad from those tweaks. The issue? Liverpool look more open. They’ve become easier to counter, which keeps inviting unnecessary pressure.
Still, getting back to Anfield helps. They’ve won four of their five league games there, even if they’ve conceded at least once in every home match. And with key players returning — including Alisson and Alexander Isak — you’d expect them to feel a little more settled again.
Nottingham Forest, meanwhile, come in under the steady guidance of Sean Dyche, and they’ve quietly stitched together a three-game unbeaten run in all competitions. Structurally, they look more organised, though conceding first has been a recurring problem — it’s happened in eight of their last ten matches. Oddly enough, Liverpool have mirrored that same issue, which tells you everything about how chaotic the opening phases might be.
Both sides have the attacking talent to punish the other. And based purely on recent patterns — especially the fact that six of Liverpool’s last eight games have seen over 2.5 goals — this feels like a matchup where chances will come freely.
Mamardashvili; Bradley, Konate, van Dijk (c), Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai; Salah, Wirtz, Ekitike.
Subs may include: Woodman, Gomez, Endo, Kerkez, Isak, Chiesa, Jones, Gakpo, Ngumoha.
Perri; Bogle, Rodon, Bijol, Gudmundsson; Ampadu (c), Aaronson, Longstaff, Stach; Okafor, Nmecha.
Subs may include: Darlow, Struijk, James, Calvert-Lewin, Piroe, Harrison, Tanaka, Justin, Gruev.
Well, you’re looking at a matchup that leans toward goals. Both teams concede first far too often, both have struggled with defensive balance, and both managers are clearly still piecing together cohesion. So what does that mean for you?
Here’s how I’d look at it:
If you enjoy attack-heavy encounters, this one ticks the right boxes.
Liverpool should come into this sharper, especially with important players back in contention. They’re still not the ultra-controlled unit they were last season, but the quality in the final third remains obvious. Forest should have their moments — they’re organised, they battle, and Okafor and Nmecha offer real threat — but sustaining pressure at Anfield is a different challenge.
I’m leaning toward Liverpool edging it in a lively, competitive game.
Match Prediction: Liverpool to win. Bet with bet365.
If I’m going to stick my neck out, I’d call it Liverpool 2–1 Nottingham Forest. Forest will probably get on the scoresheet based on both teams’ defensive patterns, but Liverpool often find that extra push at home.
Correct Score Prediction: Liverpool 2–1 Nottingham Forest. Bet with bet365.
Given the way both sides have been playing, the over goals angle feels more natural than the under. Liverpool matches have been turning into score-friendly affairs lately, and Forest don’t exactly arrive with a cautious mentality.
Both teams to score also lines up with the numbers and the eye test.
Over 2.5 goals makes sense based on recent trends.
Over/Under Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
If you’re looking for a simple builder angle, here’s a realistic mix:
Bet Builder Tip: Liverpool to win, both teams to score, and Salah to score anytime. Bet with bet365.
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Liverpool look slightly stronger heading in, especially with key players returning, and home advantage should help. I’d give them the edge.
Based on each side’s recent defensive issues, yes — it feels very likely.
Given Liverpool’s recent trend of high-scoring games and Forest’s tendency to concede early, over 2.5 goals makes sense.
A realistic call is Liverpool 2–1 Nottingham Forest.
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