FIFA has just announced extremely unfortunate news for the referee of the Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest match, as a decision that denied Liverpool a chance to score a last-minute equalizer has resulted in the referee losing their job.

Liverpool’s match against Nottingham Forest at Anfield was a tense and disappointing affair for the home team. Forest’s 1-0 victory marked their first win at Anfield in over 55 years, a historic moment that left Liverpool fans frustrated.

As usual, Liverpool’s performance was analyzed in detail, and The ECHO was on hand to assess individual player performances on a day when the team collectively fell short. Here’s a closer look at the player ratings and how they fared during the game.

 

**Alisson Becker – 6**

 

The Brazilian keeper had a quiet first half with minimal action. His most notable moment was a pass to Robertson, showcasing his ability to play out from the back. Despite being beaten by Forest’s goal, which he had little chance to stop, Alisson made a late save from Elanga to avoid further damage. Though not busy overall, he couldn’t turn the tide for Liverpool.

 

**Trent Alexander-Arnold – 6**

 

Trent’s game was a mix of highs and lows. He delivered a great cross that set up a chance for Mac Allister, but defensively, he was kept busy by Forest’s pressing. After moving into midfield, he struggled to assert control over the game despite his versatility.

 

**Ibrahima Konate – 6**

 

Konate had a solid defensive performance, especially in his duels with Gibbs-White. His physical presence and timing were key, but his impact was cut short by a substitution. Until then, he had been reliable but unable to see the game out.

 

**Virgil van Dijk – 6**

 

Van Dijk had a quieter match by his standards. With Forest’s attacks mostly bypassing him, he was limited to dealing with set-pieces, where he was composed and effective. He ventured forward late for a corner but couldn’t direct his header on target, leaving Liverpool’s hopes dashed.

 

**Andy Robertson – 6**

 

Robertson faced a tough battle on the left flank against Yates, who gave him trouble throughout the game. Defensively, he was decent but struggled offensively, with his forward runs lacking their usual impact. A yellow card and a substitution capped off a frustrating day.

 

**Ryan Gravenberch – 7**

 

One of Liverpool’s brighter players, Gravenberch put in a strong first-half performance. His energy and drive helped push Forest back, and despite being booked, he maintained a good level of play even as the team faltered.

 

**Alexis Mac Allister – 6**

 

Mac Allister had a tough match, dealing with heavy challenges from Yates. Despite this, he created a couple of promising moments, including a header that was saved. His influence diminished as the game went on, leading to his substitution.

 

**Mohamed Salah – 5**

 

It was a frustrating day for Salah, who struggled to get into the game and appeared off-form. He forced one save from the goalkeeper but generally saw his efforts lack precision, leading to growing frustration from both himself and the Anfield crowd.

 

**Dominik Szoboszlai – 5**

 

Szoboszlai, usually so promising, had a rough game against Forest. His passing and decision-making were poor in the first half, and although he improved slightly after the break, it wasn’t enough to influence the outcome.

 

**Luis Diaz – 6**

 

Diaz showed flashes of brilliance, hitting the post in the first half and winning duels against Aina. However, like the rest of the team, he faded in the second half and was substituted before he could make a lasting impact.

 

**Diogo Jota – 5**

 

Starved of service, Jota had to drop deep to get involved, often running into dead ends. With no real chances to test the goalkeeper, he was substituted in an attempt to change things up.

 

**Substitutes**

 

**Conor Bradley (for Mac Allister 61) – 5**

Bradley initially defended well but was at fault for allowing Hudson-Odoi to cut inside and score, a defining moment in his performance.

 

**Cody Gakpo (for Diaz 61) – 4**

Gakpo struggled to make an impact, often drifting to central areas without influencing the game.

 

**Darwin Nunez (for Jota 61) – 4**

Nunez looked rusty, with poor touch and decision-making. He failed to contribute meaningfully.

 

**Curtis Jones (for Konate 75) – 5**

In his first appearance of the season, Jones had little time to make an impact and remained largely uninvolved.