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Ian Doyle

Liverpool player ratings as Diogo Jota and Alisson stand out against Nottingham Forest

Alisson Becker 8

Fielded one shot from Gibbs-White before even better save from same player after break. No chance with either goal and calmed nerves with some good aerial takes.

Trent Alexander-Arnold 7

Not as much room when stepping into midfield early on but became more dangerous, particularly with set-piece deliveries, two of which helped create goals.

Ibrahima Konate 6

Involved in a battle of physical might up against Awoniyi, which he won first half but found a lot more difficult after break.

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Virgil van Dijk 6

A little slow with reactions on occasion defensively and a bit nervy but a threat in the opposing area, one header prompting fine Navas save.

Andy Robertson 7

Plenty of hustle and bustle down the left and swung in some inviting deliveries, not least for second goal. Unlucky deflection for Forest equaliser and set up Jota’s second.

Fabinho 6

Lacked a bit of tempo to his game first half although he kept the ball moving. Subbed.

Jordan Henderson 6

Unable to inject sufficient pace into Liverpool’s play first half but became more prominent as the Reds began to take a hold.

Curtis Jones 6

Involved heavily in the early stages and worked hard but slightly too safe in possession. Subbed.

Mohamed Salah 7

Very quiet in opening quarter but became more of a threat as space opened up. Took goal brilliantly for Liverpool’s third and work-rate excellent.

Cody Gakpo 6

Smothered by the Forest defence at times but had one effort cleared off line. Subbed.

Diogo Jota 8

Missed big chance first half with free header at far post but made amends with poacher’s first and a great finish for second. Subbed.

Darwin Nunez (for Gakpo 60) 6

Involved in his usual manner.

Thiago Alcantara (for Fabinho 60) 6

Passing radar wasn’t completely tuned in properly.

Luis Diaz (for Jota 82)

More welcome minutes.

James Milner (for Jones 82)

Brought on to help see the game out.

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