Jurgen Klopp compares Nottingham Forest win to key victory in title-winning season

In a heart-stopping showdown reminiscent of Liverpool's 2019/20 title-winning campaign, the Reds secured a last-gasp triumph against Nottingham Forest on Saturday afternoon, maintaining their charge towards regaining the Premier League crown.

The match at the City Ground saw Darwin Nunez emerge as the hero, netting in the 99th minute to propel the Reds to a vital victory and establish a four-point lead at the top of the table.

Reflecting on the match, manager Jurgen Klopp likened today's 1-0 win to the astonishing 2-1 victory against Aston Villa in November 2019. During that game, Liverpool went from being a goal down in the 86th minute to winning the game in the dying minutes.

Addressing the media post-match, Klopp exuded pride in his side's resilience, especially in the midst of a full-blown injury crisis, saying: "If you asked me 12 days ago if it was possible to win all four [games in this period], I would've said no."

"This win is up there," he said. "It was Villa-like, when Robbo (Andrew Robertson) and [Sadio] Mane scored."

Remarkable resilience

The victory at the City Ground further solidified the belief among fans that they are witnessing a championship-calibre team in action. Liverpool's remarkable resilience has been on display throughout the season, with recent weeks showcasing their ability to overcome formidable obstacles.

From the spirited second-half comeback against Luton to their triumph in the Carabao Cup final, and the youthful exuberance displayed in the FA Cup victory over Southampton, Liverpool have consistently demonstrated an unwavering determination to succeed in recent weeks and months.

Indeed, champions are not defined solely by dominant performances; their capacity to prevail in the face of adversity sets them apart.

Klopp's resolute squad has exemplified this trait time and again, cementing their status as contenders for top honours this year as they continue their pursuit for glory on all four fronts.