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Trent Alexander-Arnold engaged in a frank exchange of views with referee Michael Oliver before leaving the pitch at Anfield following Liverpool’s 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest. Alexander-Arnold played the full 90 minutes for the first time this season but could not influence the match as he had thus far this season. That was despite even being moved further forward into midfield on the hour-mark by head coach Arne Slot. After back-to-back player of the match performances for England during the international break, a return to Premier League action brought Alexander-Arnold back down to earth. That was encapsulated in the fourth…
It was going to happen eventually. Inevitably. There is no manager or head coach in history to have ever avoided defeat. But perhaps Arne Slot’s first loss as Liverpool chief arrived sooner than expected. Certainly, after a 3-0 victory at Manchester United, a reverse at the hands of Nottingham Forest was not predicted. Yet Slot’s Reds record is now blemished. And in the thankless task of trying to compete with Manchester City in a Premier League title race, Liverpool have already given up ground. Hindsight is a wonderful commodity – but perhaps when reflecting on the Forest loss, Slot would…
Alan Shearer has lauded Nottingham Forest’s performance against Liverpool as “no fluke” as he insisted the visitor’s victory was thoroughly deserved. Arne Slot’s perfect start as Reds boss hit a snag with this unexpected loss. Former Chelsea player Callum Hudson-Odoi sealed the win for Nuno Espirito Santo’s side with a goal after the half-time break. The loss puts Liverpool three points adrift of Manchester City in the early stages of the campaign. More concerning, though, is that according to Shearer, the defeat was well-earned. The ex-Newcastle United ace, speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, commented: “Nottingham Forest were outstanding. The…
Liverpool’s season hit an unexpected snag on Saturday as Nottingham Forest took all three points away from Anfield on Arne Slot’s worst day in charge of the club so far. The Reds never got going against Nuno Espirito Santo’s side, and a series of questionable substitutions in the second half handed Forest the initiative, with Callum Hudson-Odoi scoring the winning goal from outside the area. Slot was highly critical of his team’s performance, saying: “We only have to look at ourselves, we have to be better. Far too many times we lost the ball around the area, it was not…
Liverpool goalie Alisson talks about the 1-0 defeat against Nottingham Forest. Liverpool FC’s 1-0 loss to Nottingham Forest at home marked the first defeat in the Arne Slot era, following three successive wins against Ipswich, Brentford, and Manchester United. Despite showing promise in certain parts of the game, Liverpool’s performance saw itself marred by evident tiredness, coming straight off the back of the international break, and that is a thought even goalie Alisson echoes. The rapid impact of Nottingham Forest’s second-half substitutes, Callum Hudson-Odoi and Anthony Elanga caught the Reds off guard, with Hudson-Odoi netting the decisive goal that secured…
Liverpool suffered their first defeat of the Arne Slot era as Nottingham Forest secured a 1-0 smash-and-grab victory at Anfield on Saturday. The Reds looked far from clinical as they failed to score against Forest despite having 14 shots, only managing to get five on target. Luis Diaz hit the post and Forest ‘keeper almost handed Liverpool the lead when he appeared to lose the ball in the sun but in the end it was Callum Hudson-Odoi who broke the deadlock with a stunning strike from outside of the area. Liverpool were frustrated by Forest all afternoon and despite utilising…
Manchester United legend Gary Neville took to Instagram to mock Liverpool following their shock defeat to Nottingham Forest. It was Liverpool’s first defeat under new manager Arne Slot as they were beaten 1-0 at home by Forest, with former Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi scoring the only goal in the 72nd minute. Slot’s side will be looking to return to winning ways when they face AC Milan away in the Champions League on Tuesday. The Liverpool result made Saturday better after United came away from St. Mary’s after beating Southampton 3-0. Andre Onana saved a penalty before Matthijs de Ligt, Marcus…
Alisson Becker’s 100% clean sheet record for the season came crashing down this afternoon, as did Liverpool’s perfect start to the Premier League campaign. Nottingham Forest inflicted a 1-0 defeat on the Reds at Anfield as Arne Slot suffered his first loss in charge of the Merseysiders, with Callum Hudson-Odoi giving the visitors all three points. Footage from the Anfield Road Stand showed the goalkeeper angrily turning towards his teammates after the ball nestled in the back of his net, and he appeared to be expressing a few choice words at Conor Bradley. It was the Northern Ireland right-back who…
Liverpool’s home advantage proved futile as they fell to Nottingham Forest in a surprising 1-0 defeat at Anfield on September 14, 2024. The loss has sent shockwaves through the football community, with fans and analysts alike struggling to comprehend how Arne slot’s team could stumble against a side that has struggled in the Premier League this season. The match began with high hopes for Liverpool, who were looking to build on recent successes and maintain their strong position in the league. However, Nottingham Forest, managed by Steve Cooper, had different plans. The visitors showcased a resilient defensive setup and clinical…
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot admits his first defeat – a shock 1-0 home loss to Nottingham Forest – is “a big setback”. After three victories without conceding his side laboured for 72 minutes before Callum Hudson-Odoi’s strike secured the visitors’ first win at Anfield since 1969. “It is a big setback. If you lose a home game that’s always a setback,” Slot said. “Normally this team isn’t ending up in top 10, so if you lose a game against them that’s a big disappointment, although they were organised and structured really well today. “The only thing we had influence…