Liverpool still winless after 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest; Hull City perfect
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Key Takeaways
Liverpool remain without a win in the new Premier League season after being held to a 2-2 draw at Anfield by Nottingham Forest on 30 August, with new signing Victor Munoz rescuing a point in the dying minutes. The result leaves Liverpool in an uncomfortable early position, while promoted Hull City continued its remarkable start with a 1-0 victory away to Coventry City.
Liverpool Twice Pegged Back at Anfield
Dan Ndoye put Nottingham Forest ahead with a side-footed finish in the 24th minute, but Alexander Isak levelled for Liverpool on the hour mark. The visitors regained the lead when Morgan Gibbs-White converted from the penalty spot after goalkeeper Alisson Becker conceded the foul. Munoz, arriving as a summer recruit, then produced a sharp turn and powerful shot to equalise with eight minutes remaining — his first goal for the club.
Hull City's Perfect Premier League Return
Canadian international Liam Millar scored the only goal of the game in the 82nd minute, set up by Mohamed Belloumi, as Hull City defeated Coventry City 1-0 in a contest between two promoted sides. Hull, who memorably beat Manchester United last weekend, have now won both of their opening league fixtures and are defending with considerable discipline.
Newcastle Punish Spurs; Everton Share Points at Bournemouth
Newcastle United, who drew with Liverpool last weekend, produced a composed 2-0 win away to Tottenham Hotspur, who have now lost both of their opening matches despite heavy summer spending. Debutant Nico Gonzalez impressed throughout, while Anthony Elanga and Yoane Wissa — the latter hooking home from a corner — scored the second-half goals. Elsewhere, James Tarkowski grabbed an injury-time equaliser as Everton drew 1-1 at Bournemouth, who had led through Alex Scott's 41st-minute strike.
Haaland and Cherki Fire City Past Palace
On Friday night, Manchester City cruised to a 4-1 win over Crystal Palace in South London, with Erling Haaland and Rayan Cherki each scoring twice. The result leaves Crystal Palace with back-to-back defeats from their opening two games of the season.
Early Season Takeaways
Liverpool's inability to hold a lead — or build one — will concern their management, particularly with a penalty conceded by their own goalkeeper. Hull City's back-to-back wins against top-flight opposition signal they may be no mere makeweights this season. Tottenham's early struggles, despite their summer outlay, will intensify scrutiny on their squad-building decisions as the campaign develops.