Nottingham Forest have taken a shock 1–0 lead at Anfield, delivering an unexpected blow to Liverpool in the early stages of the match. The goal sent a wave of disbelief through the stadium, leaving the home side reeling as defensive lapses once again proved costly.
For Liverpool, it’s another frustrating setback — the kind of moment they have been desperate to eliminate in their pursuit of consistency. The atmosphere inside Anfield shifted instantly, with fans stunned as Forest capitalised on their first major opportunity of the game.
The Reds now face the pressure of responding quickly and restoring control, while Forest gain confidence from a dramatic opening that has completely changed the tone of the match.
