Liverpool Draws Again After Late Goal from Munoz Against Nottingham Forest

Victor Munoz scored late to help Liverpool secure a 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest. This happened in Andoni Iraola's first match in charge at Anfield on Saturday.

Forest was close to winning their third straight game at Anfield. Dan Ndoye and Morgan Gibbs-White's penalty put the visitors ahead twice.

Alexander Isak leveled for Liverpool early in the second half. But the hosts needed Munoz to step in again to get a point. This also meant Iraola stayed unbeaten in his first two games.

Iraola wanted a memorable first match at Liverpool’s famous stadium. Instead, he got a tough reminder of the challenges he faces after Arne Slot left.

Liverpool's defense was shaky, with Forest taking advantage. Forest had not scored in their first two games under Oliver Glasner.

Jeremy Jacquet made a fantastic block to stop Igor Jesus. Ndoye also missed a chance when he headed just wide. Forest finally scored in the 24th minute after putting Liverpool under pressure.

A long ball confused Liverpool's defense. Jesus got past the defenders but lost the ball. Gibbs-White picked it up and set up Ndoye to find the far corner of the net.

Liverpool thought they equalized when Florian Wirtz scored. But the goal was disallowed for offside against Jeremie Frimpong.

Alisson saved Liverpool from going behind again with a critical stop against Ndoye just before halftime.

Wirtz showed moments of quality but could not control the match. Liverpool finally got their equalizer on the hour mark.

Cody Gakpo, one of Liverpool's best attackers this season, sent a perfect cross to Isak, who tapped it in.

It seemed like Liverpool had the momentum, but Forest quickly hit back. A fast throw-in caught Liverpool off guard, allowing Neco Williams to break through. Alisson charged out and fouled him.

Gibbs-White calmly sent Alisson the wrong way from the penalty spot to give Forest the lead again.

Iraola then looked to his bench for help, and it worked out. Wirtz made a precise pass through the Forest defense to Munoz. He scored with a shot that hit the crossbar, marking his first goal for Liverpool after joining from Osasuna.

Both teams tried hard to get a winner in the thrilling last moments, but neither could find the net. This left both Iraola and Glasner still seeking their first wins.

The result showed the challenges ahead for Iraola. Liverpool's expensive team is still trying to find their rhythm despite a lot of money spent.

The new players have not yet shown they are worth the high transfer fees. Meanwhile, Forest showed they could create chances against Liverpool's shaky defense.

Liverpool might have a new attacking player available for their match against Ipswich on Friday. French winger Bradley Barcola is reportedly close to joining from Paris Saint-Germain.

Barcola has been a top target for Liverpool for months. Reports say a deal worth £106 million ($144 million) could increase by £17 million.

His arrival might create questions about Gakpo's future. Tottenham and Manchester City are reportedly interested in the Dutch player, even after his solid start to the season.