The Portuguese offered thrust and threat in saving a point for Arne Slot's side, and deserves the chance to start

Diogo Jota nets the header off the corner to level the scores between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest.

Why He Must Start Against ForestIn football, some players are built for the big moments, and Diogo Jota proved yet again that he belongs in that category. Against

Virgil van Dijk was asked to delve into his talismanic reserves by Liverpool boss Arne Slot at Nottingham Forest. He did not disappoint.

It took a Diogo Jota header in the second half for Liverpool to draw level at the City Ground and then there were snapshots available. Mohamed Salah lifted a couple over the bar and Dominik Szoboszlai slammed a shot at Matz Sels from close range,

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk dismisses any fears the Anfield side have suffered a blip in their Premier League title bid.