Liverpool will likely move a provisional 16 points clear atop the Premier League on Saturday but while the title race looks like a procession the battle below them for European qualifying places is coming to the boil led by Nottingham Forest.

Had it not been for his keeper, Harvey Elliott's late goal might have been irrelevant but Alisson produced a career best display to help Liverpool survive Paris St Germain's onslaught in their Champions League last-16 first leg on Wednesday.

DM: Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool) The only Liverpool player in the Champions League team of the season so far, Mac Allister has formed a very nice partnership with Ryan Gravenberch in Arne Slot’s midfield. Mohamed Salah is a huge reason Liverpool are top of the Premier League but these two have done their bit.

The UEFA Champions League Round of 16 includes a matchup between Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool which begins on Wednesday, March 5.