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Liverpool draws with Nottingham Forest, Andoni Iraola faces defensive challenges

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 6:13 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Liverpool draws with Nottingham Forest, Andoni Iraola faces defensive challenges

Summary

Liverpool played to a 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest on August 29, 2026, continuing their winless start in the new season. Despite an equalizing goal from Victor Munoz, defensive lapses, particularly on the wings, allowed Forest to create multiple scoring opportunities. Liverpool, under manager Andoni Iraola, needs to address these defensive issues quickly with Champions League play approaching in a week and a half. The Reds are set to face Ipswich Town in their next league match.

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By the Numbers

•Liverpool has recorded two draws in two matches so far this season.
•Florian Wirtz assisted on a goal from Victor Munoz in the draw.
•Defensive struggles allowed Nottingham Forest to create numerous chances.
•Liverpool's next league match is against Ipswich Town before facing Atletico Madrid.

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6:13 PMCBS Sports — Andoni Iraola must solve defensive woes as Liverpool stumble through winless start

What they're saying

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Back-to-back draws and defensive struggles on the wings show that Andoni Iraola must fix a flawed backline before the Reds begin Champions League play.
— CBS Sportsby Chuck Booth

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