Arne Slot blamed a Liverpool player for their loss to Nottingham Forest, despite dominating the match, stating, “He will never start for Liverpool again while I’m the manager, unless I leave in the summer.”

In their recent game against Nottingham Forest, Liverpool’s players were evaluated by *The Liverpool Echo* after an unexpected loss at Anfield, which marked Forest’s first victory at the historic venue in over 55 years. The ratings of several key players were assessed, with some receiving disappointing scores due to their limited impact on the match.

Starting with goalkeeper Alisson Becker, he was given a rating of 6. Alisson had a relatively uneventful first half as Forest didn’t offer much challenge during that time. His main role was distributing the ball, including a pass from the left-back position to Andrew Robertson. However, when Forest had their chance to score, Alisson was unable to prevent the goal. Although he made a crucial save from Anthony Elanga later in the game, his overall contribution was limited due to the lack of pressure from the opposition.

Cody Gakpo, who entered the game as a substitute in the 61st minute, replacing Luis Diaz, was rated poorly with a score of 4. His performance was lackluster, struggling to find his rhythm and often drifting into central areas where he was less effective. His inability to impact the game from wide positions led to a low rating, as he failed to create any significant chances or energize Liverpool’s attack.

Similarly, Darwin Nunez, who also came on as a substitute in the 61st minute, replacing Diogo Jota, received a rating of 4. Nunez’s performance was underwhelming, as he seemed off the pace and rusty. His touch and decision-making were poor, and like Gakpo, he made no notable contributions to the game. Nunez’s lack of sharpness was apparent as he struggled to connect with teammates or challenge the Forest defense effectively.

Curtis Jones, another substitute who replaced Ibrahima Konate in the 75th minute, marked his first appearance of the season and was rated slightly higher with a score of 5. His impact was limited due to his brief time on the pitch, and although his return was a positive for Liverpool, he couldn’t significantly influence the outcome of the match.

Overall, Liverpool’s performance was disappointing, and the player ratings reflect the team’s inability to effectively counter Nottingham Forest’s challenge. The substitutes, in particular, did not make a notable impact, highlighting areas where Liverpool needs to improve.