Glasner Proud After 2-2 Draw With Liverpool, Says They Could Have Won

Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner expressed pride in his team’s performance despite a 2-2 draw with Liverpool at Anfield in the Premier League on Sunday. Glasner called the result a “good point” for his side, who held the reigning champions to a stalemate in a tightly contested match.

Liverpool, seeking to maintain their title challenge, twice came from behind to secure a share of the points. Forest, under Glasner’s guidance, showed resilience and tactical discipline, frustrating Liverpool’s attacking rhythm for long periods. The visitors frustrated their hosts with organized defending and quick transitions, earning praise from pundits and fans alike.

Glasner, speaking after the match, said: “I’m proud of the performance. We showed character and belief. We could have won the game. We had good moments, especially in the first half, and we defended well.” He acknowledged Liverpool’s quality but emphasized that Forest matched them on many occasions.

The match saw Forest take an early lead through a well-worked goal, with Liverpool responding through their talismanic forward. Forest restored their advantage late in the first half with a composed finish, only for Liverpool to equalize again before the break. The second half remained tense, with both sides creating chances but unable to break the deadlock.

Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp, while satisfied with the point, admitted his side had to work hard for it. “It was a really tough game,” Klopp said. “Nottingham Forest defended well and made it difficult for us. We showed composure to come back, but we know we have to improve.”

The draw leaves Liverpool in the top four, though their lead over nearest rivals has narrowed. Forest, meanwhile, continue to defy pre-season expectations, sitting comfortably in mid-table under Glasner’s leadership. The result extends Liverpool’s unbeaten run at Anfield to 21 games across all competitions.

Analysts highlighted Forest’s pressing intensity and defensive shape as key factors in their performance. Glasner’s tactical adjustments during the match drew particular attention, with many noting how Forest adapted to Liverpool’s changes.

With the Premier League title race intensifying and European spots still up for grabs, both clubs will look to build on this result. Forest travel to Brighton next, while Liverpool host Manchester United in a blockbuster fixture.

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