Nottingham vs Liverpool Prediction and Betting Tips
Nottingham vs Liverpool Prediction and Betting Tips for this massive game, scheduled for Sunday February 22, 2026, at 14:00 GMT. You can find essential Premier League Stats on our site before the match. Action will be broadcast live on Peacock and NBC from the City Ground.
Forest currently sits 17th while Liverpool holds 6th place in the table. Both sides have struggled with consistency lately but the atmosphere in Nottingham remains intimidating. The official referee for this afternoon is Anthony Taylor and local fans are expecting a very physical and fast paced encounter.
Nottingham vs Liverpool Key Facts and Stats
Nottingham Forest is currently enjoying a 3 game unbeaten streak when playing at their home ground.
The home side has kept 3 clean sheets during their most recent 5 league fixtures overall.
Forest has failed to score a single goal in 46 percent of their matches this season.
Liverpool has seen both teams score in 4 of their last 5 games played recently.
The visitors have found the back of the net in each of their last 5 matches.
Arne Slot's men average 1.54 goals per match when playing away from their home stadium.
Strong corner production with an average of 6.38 won at home.
High offensive pressure averaging 15.31 shots per home match.
Disciplined defensive record with only 1.31 cards received per game.
Effective at limiting opponent corners to just 4.38 per match.
- Nottingham's Weaknesses
Poor home points return with only 1 PPG at the City Ground.
High percentage of matches failing to score reaching 46 percent.
Vulnerable defense conceding an average of 1.38 goals per home game.
League Position
6
+ Liverpool's Strengths
Elite at preventing opponent corners with just 4.23 conceded away.
Highly attractive playing style with 62 percent of games seeing BTTS.
High volume of goal attempts averaging 13.62 shots per away match.
Consistent scoring form having netted in 5 consecutive matches.
- Liverpool's Weaknesses
Inconsistent away form with an average of 1.38 PPG on the road.
Significant defensive gaps conceding 1.62 goals per away fixture.
Match Preview
The home side enters this contest with mixed feelings about their recent form. While they have managed to stay unbeaten in 3 straight home games, their offensive output remains a concern. Vitor Pereira needs his players to find more clinical finishes to avoid being dragged further down.
The squad is currently missing an important player as Chris Wood is officially listed as out. This is a big loss since he averages 0.33 goals per 90 minutes. Callum Hudson Odoi will need to step up, especially since he has already contributed 3 goals for the team recently.
Defensively, Forest has been surprisingly solid recently by keeping 3 clean sheets in their last 5 outings. Nikola Milenkovic will be essential in the heart of the defense. However, they still concede 1.38 goals on average at home, which might prove costly against Liverpool's pace.
Liverpool arrives at the City Ground looking to solidify their position in the top 6 of the table. Arne Slot has seen his team score in 5 consecutive matches. Their ability to find the net consistently away from home makes them a dangerous threat for anyone.
Arne Slot will also be missing an important player as Conor Bradley is unavailable for this road trip. This leaves a gap in the defense that needs addressing. However, Hugo Ekitike remains in great form, boasting 10 goals and an impressive 0.59 goals per 90 minutes this season.
Even though they score often, the visitors have struggled to keep clean sheets on the road. They concede 1.62 goals per away match, which explains why BTTS lands so frequently. Punters should keep an eye on these Premier League Stats before making their final match selections.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot remains optimistic ahead of Sunday’s Premier League clash at Nottingham Forest. Despite the challenge of facing Vitor Pereira’s side in his debut game, Slot highlighted Liverpool’s significant improvement in fitness and set-piece execution over recent months. The Reds aim to maintain their dominance and momentum at the City Ground, while closely monitoring Forest's tactical adjustments under their new management following their Europa League commitments.
N. Dominguez, I. Sangaré M. Gibbs-White, E. Anderson, C. Hudson-Odoi
FW
L. Lucca
OUT
C. Wood(OUT),
J. Victor(OUT),
W. Boly(OUT),
M. Sels(OUT),
N. Savona(OUT)
Liverpool (4-2-3-1)
Arne Slot
GK
Alisson
DF
D. Szoboszlai, I. Konaté, V. van Dijk, M. Kerkez
MF
R. Gravenberch, A. Mac Allister M. Salah, F. Wirtz, C. Gakpo
FW
H. Ekitiké
OUT
A. Isak(OUT),
G. Leoni(OUT),
S. Bajčetić(OUT),
C. Bradley(OUT),
W. Endo(OUT),
J. Frimpong(OUT)
Referee
Anthony TAYLOR
Prediction
Over 9.5 Corners @1.65
The corner market looks very promising for this clash based on the current home and away trends. Nottingham Forest has been incredibly active in winning corners at the City Ground, boasting a high average of 6.38 per match. Their attacking style often involves wide play and crossing, which naturally results in frequent deflections. This consistent pressure at home makes the 9.5 line look like a very high value target.
On the other side, Liverpool contributes significantly to these totals with their own offensive metrics. They average 5.77 corners per away game while their opponents often win 4.23 against them. Given that 5 of the last 5 home games for Forest saw over 9.5 corners, the statistical probability is strong. Both teams possess the wingers and overlapping fullbacks needed to keep the corner count ticking over.
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FAQ – Nottingham vs Liverpool Prediction
Who is the favorite to win between Nottingham and Liverpool?
Liverpool enters the match as the favorite due to their superior league position, but Nottingham Forest has a strong home record that could make things difficult.
Where can I watch Nottingham vs Liverpool live?
The Nottingham vs Liverpool Premier League match will be broadcast live on Peacock and NBC.
What time does the Nottingham vs Liverpool match start?
Kick off is scheduled for 14:00 (GMT) on Sunday February 22, 2026.
Who will be the referee for this fixture?
The match will be officiated by the experienced Anthony Taylor at the City Ground.
Which key players are missing for this match?
Nottingham is missing Chris Wood and Nicolò Savona, while Liverpool will be without Alexander Isak and Conor Bradley.
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