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What is a 'struggling' team?
In football, a 'struggling' team is one that isn't performing as well as expected, often losing games or failing to win against weaker opponents. Liverpool's recent 2-2 draw with Newcastle, despite their new manager, suggests they are currently underperforming. This makes their upcoming match against Nottingham Forest particularly interesting.
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