Liverpool FC is favored to win with odds around 1.65 due to their stronger squad depth and historical edge, despite recent struggles under Slot with only six wins in their last 20 league matches. Nottingham Forest, sitting 17th with multiple managers this season including the incoming Vitor Pereira, have won just seven of their games and struggle to convert chances, as seen in recent draws and losses with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match starts at 2:00 PM UTC on February 22, 2026, at the City Ground in Nottingham, aligning with typical Premier League scheduling for this fixture.

The game will be played at the City Ground in Nottingham, England, Nottingham Forest's home stadium with a capacity of 30,445 seats and known for its vibrant atmosphere supporting the struggling side.

Liverpool FC is predicted to secure a 2-1 victory with moneyline odds of 1.65 on DexWin, leveraging their superior goal-scoring despite dropping points late, while Forest's poor home form under recent managers like Dyche weighs against them.

In recent head-to-heads, Liverpool hold the advantage with victories in key clashes, including past 3-0 wins, though Forest have occasionally troubled them; over the last 10 meetings, Liverpool lead with 6 wins to Forest's 3 and 1 draw, averaging 2.8 goals per game.