Nottingham Forest may have dominated possession and taken more shots, but Liverpool's clinical finishing proved the difference in their 1-0 win at the City Ground. The visitors generated 1.73 expected goals compared to just 1.19 for the hosts, showcasing their superior attacking threat.

Tactically, Liverpool's high press suffocated Nottingham Forest's buildup, forcing them to play long balls that were easily cleared. The Reds won 53% of the possession and completed 84% of their passes, compared to just 83% for the home side. This allowed Liverpool to control the tempo of the game and limit Nottingham Forest's opportunities.

The decisive moment came in the 90th minute, when Alexis Mac Allister's strike slipped past the goalkeeper to secure all three points for the visitors. While Nottingham Forest worked tirelessly, their inability to create high-quality chances ultimately cost them, as they managed just 2 shots on target compared to Liverpool's 4.

Liverpool's victory was a testament to their tactical discipline and clinical finishing, traits that have become hallmarks of Jurgen Klopp's team. Nottingham Forest, on the other hand, will rue their inability to capitalize on their territorial dominance and turn possession into clear-cut opportunities.