Liverpool held by Forest on Iraola's Anfield debut
LIVERPOOL: Andoni Iraola escaped defeat on his Anfield debut as Liverpool manager thanks to Victor Munoz’s strike to salvage a 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola secured a 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest on his debut at Anfield, thanks to a last-minute goal by Victor Munoz. Forest had previously won the match at Anfield for three straight years. Dan Ndoye and Morgan Gibbs-White scored penalties for Forest in the opening half, putting them ahead. Alexander Isak briefly equalized for Liverpool in the second half with a deflected shot.
Munoz's deflected strike in the final minutes salvaged a point for Liverpool, marking their second draw under Iraola. Liverpool will look to bolster their attacking options with Bradley Barcola's imminent arrival, potentially replacing Cody Gakpo. The French winger is close to a £106 million move from Paris Saint-Germain. Iraola expressed his hopes for a memorable matchday debut, but his first game at Anfield served as a reminder of the challenges he faces.
Liverpool's transfer spree last year has yet to yield significant returns, with the squad facing vulnerabilities. The team remains inconsistent defensively, struggling against Forest's constant attacking pressure.
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