Despite the international break disrupting Liverpool’s early season momentum, Arne Slot found it relatively easy to field the same lineup that had previously dominated Manchester United.
The unchanged starting eleven aimed to match a club record of four consecutive league clean sheets to begin a season, a feat last achieved in the 2005/06 season. However, their quest ended in disappointment.
Luis Diaz had Liverpool’s first real chance after 16 minutes, but his effort struck the inside of the post as he battled to win the ball on the byline.
After a two-week hiatus, the team’s cohesion seemed off, resulting in a lackluster first half characterized by a combined total of 12 fouls, which disrupted the flow of the game.
Diogo Jota and Alexis Mac Allister had attempts, but luck was not on their side as Forest’s goalkeeper nearly misjudged Diaz’s header, which almost crossed the line.
Liverpool dominated possession with 66 percent but failed to convert their opportunities into goals by halftime.
Half-time score: Liverpool 0-0 Nottingham Forest
Key points:
– First defeat under Slot
– Struggled after the international break
– Ended the game with Trent Alexander-Arnold in midfield and a back three
– Federico Chiesa was excluded from the matchday squad
– Liverpool had 5 shots on target but failed to score
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