Topic: MATCH PREVIEW: Nottingham Forest v Liverpool Saturday March 2, 3 pm

[mikey_LFC]

The tricky selection for this one is left side of midfield if Endo isn’t back, to free up Macca for that slot. Could be another one where Gakpo is asked to drop in.

My best guess is:

Kelleher
Bradley
Gomez
Konate
Van Dijk
Mac Allister
Szoboszlai
Gakpo
Elliott
Diaz
Nunez

Subs: Adrian, Tsimikas, Robertson, Quansah, Clark, McConnell, Gordon, Koumas, Danns

If Endo’s fit enough to start than I can see Szoboszlai relegated to the bench with Elliott dropping back into midfield and Gakpo put on the left with Diaz from the right.

Could potentially see alternatives with Bradley shifted up to right wing and Tsimikas or Robbo starting. Also a scenario where Nunez and Szobo only make the bench with no Endo in which case Clark might start in midfield with Cody up top, Diaz off the left, Bradley off the right, Elliott in the middle.

Can’t see Gomez being used at 6 again but that option is there, pushing Mac Allister to the left side of the midfield.

[Nick110581]

There’s still loads of options even with a shit ton of injuries.

Danns could even start up top for the first 45/60 if Nunez only makes the bench.

This always felt it would be the hardest game left in the PL before City.

Dom / his Team have just posted on his Insta story so that should mean some involvement.

[killer-heels]

The tricky selection for this one is left side of midfield if Endo isn’t back, to free up Macca for that slot. Could be another one where Gakpo is asked to drop in.

My best guess is:

Kelleher
Bradley
Gomez
Konate
Van Dijk
Mac Allister
Szoboszlai
Gakpo
Elliott
Diaz
Nunez

Subs: Adrian, Tsimikas, Robertson, Quansah, Clark, McConnell, Gordon, Koumas, Danns

If Endo’s fit enough to start than I can see Szoboszlai relegated to the bench with Elliott dropping back into midfield and Gakpo put on the left with Diaz from the right.

Could potentially see alternatives with Bradley shifted up to right wing and Tsimikas or Robbo starting. Also a scenario where Nunez and Szobo only make the bench with no Endo in which case Danns and Clark might start in midfield with Cody up top, Diaz off the left, Bradley off the right, Elliott in the middle.

Can’t see Gomez being used at 6 again but that option is there, pushing Mac Allister to the left side of the midfield.

No chance that Szobozslai starts. Doibt Nunez starts either.

[Fromola]

most of the times we have played them recently they have had a go. I think they will be encouraged by our injuries as well.

Think this will be tough but hopefully we can do enough. Not sure who is fit for this either. Could do with Nunez's pace for this. Would give Danns another crack as well.

Just need to get through games at the moment and hope we don't get any further injuries.

Great OP btw.

We've played them under Cooper though.

Nuno is very much sit back and hit them on the break.

[Nick110581]

We've played them under Cooper though.

Nuno is very much sit back and hit them on the break.

They are super quick up too too.

Maybe set up similar to Wolves when we played them away ?

[mikey_LFC]

No chance that Szobozslai starts. Doibt Nunez starts either.

Sorry have I missed something. Why’s there no chance?

[Nick110581]

Sorry have I missed something. Why’s there no chance?

We are probably being cautious with him given the fact he’s been out a month.

[mikey_LFC]

We are probably being cautious with him given the fact he’s been out a month.

Yeah don’t expect him to get 90, but can see him getting 45 from the start.

[Red Beret]

All these teams, like Forest, Luton or Leeds - when they come back up to the top flight after a length absence, I've often thought to myself "this is great! It's good to see some of the classic clubs back in the Premier League".

Then I hear about their fans rolling out the scummiest, dirtiest bs that passes for chants, and I remember when I was glad to see the back of them. And people accuse Liverpool of being stuck in the fucking 80s!

I'll take a good solid win, as I doubt we have the squad depth for much else. Oh, and please - no more fucking injuries, especially the ones that aren't deemed to be fouls!

[Caps4444]

All these teams, like Forest, Luton or Leeds - when they come back up to the top flight after a length absence, I've often thought to myself "this is great! It's good to see some of the classic clubs back in the Premier League".

Then I hear about their fans rolling out the scummiest, dirtiest bs that passes for chants, and I remember when I was glad to see the back of them. And people accuse Liverpool of being stuck in the fucking 80s!

I'll take a good solid win, as I doubt we have the squad depth for much else. Oh, and please - no more fucking injuries, especially the ones that aren't deemed to be fouls!

Some of the comments on the Forest forum are just awful. Hope we smash them.

[Kenny's Jacket]

I once met Viv Anderson and Phil Neal in a bar in Kuala Lumpur, really nice humble blokes who were taken aback that I recognised them, given my youthful good looks. 
I took them onto a few other places and gave them a mini tour of the cities nightlife

When I faced timed my girlfriend to tell her Im with Liverpool most decorated player it was a moment ill never forget

[Nick110581]

Yeah don’t expect him to get 90, but can see him getting 45 from the start.

I would rather he started and we try to get the match won.

[Kloppage Time]

I would rather he started and we try to get the match won.

Klopp more likely  to protect them and play only if necessary or to give them minutes at the end

[duvva 💅]

I once met Viv Anderson and Phil Neal in a bar in Kuala Lumpur, really nice humble blokes who were taken aback that I recognised them, given my youthful good looks. 
I took them onto a few other places and gave them a mini tour of the cities nightlife

When I faced timed my girlfriend to tell her Im with Liverpool most decorated player it was a moment ill never forget

That’s brilliant. What a great night that must have been

[Bobinhood]

looking forward to a rematch of that titanic Konate-Awoyini battle. I remember after that game some people were mad at konate for "struggling" against him, completely oblivious to what they had just witnessed. Classic unstoppable force/unmovable object matchup.

these are not complete shit and at home and have that Tiawo punchers chance to score so i am wary given our threadbare nature. if we can get past this it'll be great and still another miracle result in a row.

Lets just rack those points. 0 shits given what it looks like.

[Nick110581]

Klopp more likely  to protect them and play only if necessary or to give them minutes at the end

Depends on the severity of the injuries.

No reason why Nunez can't play if he just had tightness.

I can understand being more cautious with Dom but you don't want to be chasing the match against Forest due to their pace on break.

[Pistolero]

Kelleher
Bradly
Konate
Virgil
Robbo
Clark
Mac Alister
Gomez as a 6
Elliot
Gakpo
Diaz

Dom
Darwin
On the bench

[Kenny's Jacket]

That’s brilliant. What a great night that must have been

It was mate, weirdly we never talked much footy, they were chuffed to have someone show them around

I met Fowler the same week at an official meet and greet, he was good value too

[disgraced cake]

I'm expecting Nunez/Szoboszlai off the bench for a bit and both start on Thursday night. Salah hopefully on the bench for Prague.

Today I'd play Elliott on the right with Gakpo centre forward meaning Clark takes Elliott's spot in midfield from the start. Hoping Endo is fit because when he and Mac Allister perform at the minute the rest seems to take care of itself. Still keeping it quite tight defensively right now. Danns also off the bench if needed. Strikes me as one who'll be a handful for any defenders late on off the bench.

[John C]

Kelleher
Bradly
Konate
Virgil
Robbo
Clark
Mac Alister
Gomez as a 6
Elliot
Gakpo
Diaz

Dom
Darwin
On the bench

Good team that mate.

[Nick110581]

Kelleher
Bradly
Konate
Virgil
Robbo
Clark
Mac Alister
Gomez as a 6
Elliot
Gakpo
Diaz

Dom
Darwin
On the bench

Endo out is a huge blow

[jillcwhomever]

Endo out is a huge blow

Where is that coming from?

[Nick110581]

Where is that coming from?

That is the leaked team above.

[newterp]

He may be on the bench.

[jillcwhomever]

That is the leaked team above.

They have only mentioned two on the bench, how do you know he's not been mentioned?

[Nick110581]

They have only mentioned two on the bench, how do you know he's not been mentioned?

Endo would start if fit?

[Yorkykopite]

Good team that mate.

It is a nice team. I agree that Clark must be a candidate to start.

The surprise choice could however be Danns. I think Jurgen might find it hard to resist. It's not just the lad's two goals at Anfield, but the fact that he has got into several excellent goal-scoring positions in both his appearances. Away from home, especially, that might be hard to overlook.

[jillcwhomever]

Endo would start if fit?

That depends I would say, as he was complaining of aches and pains in both hamstrings. Maybe they are being more cautious with him, it could be another of those games with players just playing 45 minutes.

[Raid]

As great as Joe has been this season, I really don’t want him in the 6 in a Premier League away match.

[mikey_LFC]

If that’s the side then I would have assumed Gomez right back, with Elliott, Clark and Mac Allister in the middle and Bradley right wing.

Didn’t see the Gomez at 6 coming the other day though either.

[LovelyCushionedHeader]

If that’s the side then I would have assumed Gomez right back, with Elliott, Clark and Mac Allister in the middle and Bradley right wing.

Didn’t see the Gomez at 6 coming the other day though either.

Yep fully agree.

[Nick110581]

As great as Joe has been this season, I really don’t want him in the 6 in a Premier League away match.

He grew into the role the other night plus will have more experience in the side

[disgraced cake]

As great as Joe has been this season, I really don’t want him in the 6 in a Premier League away match.

Yeah, feels risky even with the lack of options. I'd be more tempted to drop Mac Allister back to the six and possibly even Gakpo into midfield. Just feels even more of a risk if Clark is to start his first ever Prem match, especially in a must win away. I think our best bet would be Mac/Clark/Elliott

[Agent99]

Wasn't the leaked team on Wednesday wrong?

[Yosser0_0]

Just seen some stats on LFC TV, didn't realise how bad our record is there. Haven't won there since '85.
 

Er- that's 1985!
 

[Nick110581]

Wasn't the leaked team on Wednesday wrong?

It was.

[Garlicbread]

Just seen some stats on LFC TV, didn't realise how bad our record is there. Haven't won there since '85.
 

Er- that's 1985!
 

Did win in the cup in 2022 though!

[Barneylfc∗]

Just seen some stats on LFC TV, didn't realise how bad our record is there. Haven't won there since '85.
 

Er- that's 1985!
 

1984 isn't it?

Regardless, I don't really see the relevance in stats like these in terms of today's fixture. This current side have played there once in the league and once in the cup. 1 win 1 loss.

Games in the 80s and 90s have no bearing on today. 

Still a shite record all the same 

[spider-neil]

Endo and Grav. No card for Caicedo though.

[Nick110581]

Endo and Grav. No card for Caicedo though.

I am sure I read that Endo has only missed 3 games in 3 years through injury too.