Premier League leaders Liverpool got everything they wanted (and a bit more) from top-4 hopefuls Nottingham Forest on Tuesday, as the Reds erased an early deficit en route to a 1-1 draw at the City Ground.

Anthony Elanga assisted Chris Wood for the eighth time in the Premier League - the most one player has assisted another for Nottingham Forest in the competition.

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.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot now views their only Premier League defeat of the season differently having seen how Nottingham Forest have defied expectations. At the time, the 1-0 loss in September was considered a major shock as a team who finished 17th last season registered their first win at Anfield since 1969.

Arne Slot was the target of Nottingham Forest chants during the 1-1 draw with Premier League leaders Liverpool at the City Ground

It's a crucial game in the English Premier League title race, as table-topping Liverpool take on third-placed Nottingham Forest at the City Ground.  Forest are this season's surprise package, with Nuño Espírito Santo's team just two places and 6 points behind their opponents today.

Liverpool picked up a point on the road as they drew 1-1 with Nottingham Forest at the City ground in the Premier League on Tuesday. Forest scored with their fi

If Liverpool are to win the Premier League title this season then it will be their power from the bench – and with their forwards – that will drive them there.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot believes that Nottingham Forest are in the Premier League title race as they enjoy a fantastic season.