The Liverpool star came off the bench to net an equaliser with his first touch against the East Midlands side on Tuesday night.

It was his seventh goal in seven appearances when facing Forest across spells at the Reds and previously with Wolves.

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His header from Kostas Tsimikas' corner ensured Arne Slot's side maintained their six point lead at the top of the Premier League.

It was a goal that could be crucial in the title race, with Forest currently Liverpool's closest challengers.

It's a long way to go in the Premier League.

Jota scored Liverpool's equaliser against Forest on Tuesday, his seventh goal in seven games against the Midlands side.