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EPL: Liverpool held to 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest, winless start continues

From The Punch · () English

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News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Liverpool's winless streak in the Premier League continues after a 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest at Anfield.
  • Nottingham Forest took the lead twice, but Liverpool managed to equalize on both occasions, with Victor Muรฑoz scoring a late debut goal.
  • The result leaves Liverpool without a win after two matches under manager Andoni Iraola, while Forest showed resilience after their opening-round defeat.

Liverpool's challenging start to the Premier League season has continued, as they were held to a frustrating 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest at Anfield on Saturday. The Reds found themselves trailing twice during a pulsating encounter, underscoring their early-season struggles.

Munoz rescues draw scoring late goal on his debut for Liverpool

โ€” HeadlineHighlighting the crucial late equalizer by Victor Muรฑoz.

Dan Ndoye put Forest ahead in the 24th minute, capitalizing on an opening created by Morgan Gibbs-White, which silenced the home crowd. Liverpool struggled to find an effective response for much of the match. However, Alexander Isak managed to restore parity around the hour mark, converting a chance set up by Cody Gakpo.

Dan Ndoye gave Forest the lead in the 24th minute, finishing after Morgan Gibbs-White created the opening to silence the home crowd.

โ€” Article TextDescribing the first goal scored by Nottingham Forest.

The visitors, however, quickly regained their advantage ten minutes later. Gibbs-White successfully converted a penalty after Liverpool's goalkeeper, Alisson Becker, was judged to have fouled an opponent. Just as defeat seemed possible, Liverpool responded once more. Victor Muรฑoz scored a spectacular equalizer in the 82nd minute, securing a point for his team on his debut.

Liverpool struggled to break down the visitors before Alexander Isak restored parity on the hour mark, converting after good work from Cody Gakpo.

โ€” Article TextDetailing Liverpool's first equalizer.

Despite pressing for a late winner, Liverpool could not break down Forest's defense. The visitors left Anfield with a share of the points after an entertaining contest. This result means Liverpool remains without a victory in their first two Premier League matches under manager Andoni Iraola. Nottingham Forest, meanwhile, demonstrated resilience following their opening-round loss to Leeds United.

Gibbs-White converted a penalty after Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker was adjudged to have fouled an opponent.

โ€” Article TextExplaining how Nottingham Forest regained the lead.
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