Liverpool draw 2-2 with Forest on Iraola's Anfield debut

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola avoided defeat on his Anfield debut as Victor Munoz struck a late equalizer to secure a 2-2 Premier League draw against Nottingham Forest on Saturday. The result extended Iraola’s unbeaten start to two matches but highlighted ongoing defensive concerns for the club.

Forest, seeking a third consecutive league victory at Anfield, took the lead in the 24th minute. After a long ball over the top caused confusion in the Liverpool defense, Morgan Gibbs-White set up Dan Ndoye, who threaded a low shot across goalkeeper Alisson and into the far corner. Liverpool thought they had equalized when Florian Wirtz fired home, but the goal was correctly ruled out for offside against Jeremie Frimpong in the buildup.

The hosts did level on the hour mark. Cody Gakpo, a standout performer, delivered a precise cross that Alexander Isak tapped in from close range. However, Forest regained the lead shortly after. A quick throw-in from substitute Liam Delap caught the Liverpool defense off guard, and Alisson brought down Neco Williams as the goalkeeper rushed from his line. Gibbs-White coolly converted the resulting penalty to make it 2-1.