Overall, a 1-1 draw keeps Liverpool’s cushion ahead of Forest intact, even if Slot will have reservations as he did at Anfield four months ago despite an excellent second half.

Diogo Jota’s instant impact from the bench ensured Premier League leaders Liverpool kept Nottingham Forest at arm’s length after a 1-1 draw at the City Ground. All the noise before the match was about how a win for Forest would see them move within three points of Arne Slot’s side and solidify their status as surprise title challengers.

Jota came off the bench to rescue a frustrated Reds side against Forest, and to stake his claim for a starting berth.