On Sunday afternoon, Liverpool easily defeated Nottingham Forest 3-0 at home, with Dominik Szoboszlai leading the way once again.

Liverpool 3-0 Nottingham Forest

Premier League (10), AnfieldOctober 26, 2023

Goals: Jota 31′, Nunez 35′, Salah 77′

Alisson (out of 10) – 7

Alisson returned to the team after a well-earned midweek rest in the Europa League, and he was afforded the luxury of being a spectator a lot of the time.

When he was called into action, he was typically calm, but far bigger tests lie ahead for him.

Trent Alexander-Arnold – 7

Alexander-Arnold was good on a day when a lot of Liverpool players were fantastic.

Despite being a little careless with the ball by his high standards and receiving a booking for a late tackle in the first half, he played good defense.

Ibrahima Konate – 7

Konate was another who came back into the starting lineup, as he looks to enjoy a sustained run after yet more injuries troubles.

The Frenchman strolled through proceedings against Forest, threading some nice passes into the midfield and using his pace well, when needed.

The high line feels so much secure with Ibou in the team.

Virgil van Dijk – 8

Van Dijk’s form this season has been fantastic – some would argue he is even back to his very best – and he was superb on Sunday.

He marshalled the troops expertly in the high line, and produced a few turns of pace that some lazily think he no longer possesses.

A colossal player.

Kostas Tsimikas – 7

Tsimikas has looked comfortably inferior to Andy Robertson since coming into the side, but he was largely good here.

Granted, he wasn’t exactly tested defensively, but he provided energy down the left flank and came through the contest without any scares.

Linked nicely with Gravenberch in his left-sided No. 8 berth.

Alexis Mac Allister – 8

A lot has been made of Mac Allister in the No. 6 role this season, but he was really impressive against Forest, biting into tackles all afternoon.

Not only that, but the 24-year-old was great on the ball, keeping things ticking over and using it with purpose, as he continues to grow in his new position.

A footballer brimming with intelligence – won the ball back before Darwin Nunez doubled Liverpool’s lead.

Dominik Szoboszlai – 9 (Man of the Match)

It’s really hard to quit complimenting this dude!

On Sunday afternoon, Szoboszlai was outstanding. He controlled the midfield fight and exuded the confidence of a fully developed football player.

The 23-year-old was nearly flawless in everything he did, combining technical skill, strength, and work ethic. He set up Nunez and Mohamed Salah with assists.

The best midfield addition to Liverpool since Xabi Alonso.

Ryan Gravenberch – 7

Even though some players attracted more attention, Gravenberch once again looked good as he started a third straight match.

He dropped the ball a few of times in the beginning, but he developed into an exceptional player who looked forward-thinking when in possession and had good connections with others around him.

As he grows more accustomed to playing in Jurgen Klopp’s system, he will only get better.

Mohamed Salah – 8

This season, Salah has been playing at an exceptionally high level, both offensively and defensively. Against Forest at home, his inventiveness was evident all game long.

The Egyptian King was a major contributor to Nunez’s goal and actively participated in the buildup play, hoping to help teammates with his underappreciated passing.

Scored his usual goal, his eighth in as many Premier League games in 2023–2024.

Diogo Jota – 7

With Luis Diaz unavailable, it was Jota who took up his left-sided role, and it was an industrious outing from the Portuguese.

After having an early header saved, the forward opened the scoring from close-range, taking his tally for the season to six.

Other than that, he was always a threat with his direct running, while his tribute to Diaz after his goal was a lovely gesture.

Darwin Nunez – 9

Nunez continues to look better every week, and this time around, he was a noteworthy player.

He was denied before Jota tapped in, and then he made it 2-0 with a strong finish, giving the impression that he was part of everything that was excellent about the Reds’ forward play.

For good measure, attempted a wild overhead kick, and it appears that he is passionate about football. a standing ovation was given.