'Genuine belief remains Reds can rediscover form and deliver dreams'

Liverpool's draw at Nottingham Forest had all the hallmarks of two teams at the top of their game, playing out a six-pointer at the top of the table.

Make no mistake, Nuno Espirito Santo's team are a serious contender for a Champions League position based on the evidence they provided on Tuesday.

The crowd was right up for it and created the noise that allowed their team to take an early lead and really trouble their opponents in several spells throughout the game.

Arne Slot's team started well, but were too easily picked apart for the goal and there are definitely some concerns in the manner in which the Reds are both starting games and being cut apart by any opponent worth their salt over the past few weeks.

They will need to ensure they send out another statement when they visit Brentford, in order to further cement their position as the league leaders.

Liverpool have given themselves leeway to drop points against teams either in-form teams with belief, like Forest and Manchester United. However, they cannot afford to rest on their laurels and think the competition is out of sight.

It would be nice to see the Reds strengthen in January to bring a little more solidity at the back, but there is still a genuine belief they can rediscover their early season form and deliver all of our wildest dreams in May.

Find more from Josh Sexton at The Anfield Wrap