Liverpool F.C. Goalkeeper Alisson Becker has been shortlisted for the Premier League's Save of the Month award for August. The nomination is for a vital stop he made during the 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest at Anfield.
Alisson sprung to his right to tip a close-range Igor Jesus effort onto the crossbar on the stroke of half-time. That intervention prevented the visitors from taking a lead into the break and kept Liverpool in a match they would eventually draw. Supporters can now vote for the Brazilian's save to win the monthly honour via a link provided by the club.
The recognition for Alisson comes as Liverpool sit sixth in the Premier League table with five points from their opening three matches. Their record stands at one win and two draws, with a recent form of WDD. The team has scored six goals while conceding four, giving them a positive goal difference of two. This solid, if unspectacular, start sees them four points behind early leaders Manchester City.
Goalkeeping reliability remains a cornerstone for any team with title aspirations. Alisson's consistent excellence provides a stable platform, even when the team's overall defensive shape is tested. His ability to produce match-defining moments, like the one against Forest, is a significant asset. The squad list, including all key players, is available on our squad page.
The save occurred just before halftime in a tightly contested fixture at Anfield. Nottingham Forest's Igor Jesus found space inside the penalty area and unleashed a powerful shot from close range. Alisson reacted instantly. The ball rebounded to safety, and the score remained level.
This moment was key in the flow of the match, denying Forest momentum heading into the interval. It allowed Liverpool to regroup and continue their pursuit of a winner in the second half, though they ultimately had to settle for a point. The draw contributed to the team's current points tally and unbeaten start to the 2026-27 season.
Attention now turns to the next challenge on the schedule. Liverpool's next fixture is a home match against Fulham on September 12th. Fulham currently occupy 19th place in the table, making this a key opportunity for Jürgen Klopp's side to secure three points. A full rundown of upcoming matches can be found on the club's fixtures page.
A strong performance at Anfield could help close the gap to the teams above them. The match against Fulham represents the first of several important games in a busy period. Securing maximum points will be the clear objective as Liverpool look to build consistency and climb the league table. The team will be aiming to improve their defensive record while maintaining their attacking output of two goals per game on average.
Alisson Becker will hope his nomination turns into an award when the Premier League announces the winner. His next chance to impress comes against Fulham at Anfield on September 12th.
