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Liverpool hosts Nottingham Forest in Iraola's first home match

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:40 AM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Liverpool hosts Nottingham Forest in Iraola's first home match
Summary

Liverpool faces Nottingham Forest at Anfield on Saturday, marking Andoni Iraola’s first competitive home game in charge. The Reds are looking to rebound after a penalty save from Dominic Szoboszlai helped them avoid defeat against Newcastle United in their opener. Liverpool's performance raised concerns, particularly regarding their midfield balance. Nottingham Forest, after losing their opener to Leeds United, will aim to build confidence, having won their last two visits to Anfield. Iraola's previous record against Forest is strong, remaining unbeaten in prior encounters.

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  • •Liverpool drew with Newcastle, salvaging points with a late penalty.
  • •Nottingham Forest lost their opening league game against Leeds.
  • •Iraola aims for a strong home debut after a cautious start.
  • •Forest has won on their last two visits to Anfield.
  • •Liverpool must improve attacking play and defend against counters.
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  • 4:40 AMYahoo Sports — Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest – Match preview and team news
  • 11:35 AMYahoo Sports — Liverpool’s new era faces an old problem as Nottingham Forest visit Anfield
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Liverpool host Nottingham Forest at Anfield on Saturday in Andoni Iraola’s first competitive home game in charge of the Reds.Liverpool needed a late penalty from Dominic Szoboszlai to avoid losing t...

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Liverpool’s first home Premier League game of the season pits Andoni Iraola’s side against a Nottingham Forest team also still searching for its opening win, with both clubs sitting without a vict...

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