Liverpool v Brighton LIVE: Premier League result and final score as Gakpo and Salah goals secure comeback
Arne Slot’s title challengers move top of the table with victory
Liverpool moved back to the top of the Premier League with a 2-1 comeback win over Brighton, thanks to Cody Gakpo and Mohamed Salah goals within two minutes of each other.
The Reds were dismal in the first half as the Seagulls’ energy and pressing proved far too much to handle, with Ferdi Kadioglu rattling in his first goal for the south coast team, blasting in a first-time effort off the post early on. Brighton had chances to add to their lead but Caoimhin Kelleher made a good save from Danny Welbeck and after the restart the home team looked completely different.
Gakpo’s cross eventually sailed in after everybody missed it and barely 100 seconds later the Reds led, Curtis Jones freeing Salah who cut in and sent a rocket into the far corner for the three points and top spot. Follow all the Premier League reaction with our live blog below:
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
After Tsimikas curls in a corner from the right, Verbruggen leaps up to punch it partly clear of danger. Eventually, Brighton get the ball to safety, as they close in on securing a merited half-time lead.
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
JUST WIDE! Although Estupinan appears to line up a free-kick from just over 20 yards out, Welbeck instead steps forward and whips it towards the target. He clips the outside edge of the side-netting, drawing gasps from the away fans!
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Brighton have taken five points from their last four away games against Liverpool - more than they managed in their first 11 visits to Anfield - and any 'fear factor' has long since gone. In fact, they look equally confident as their hosts today, and a second goal cannot be ruled out.
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
At the end of a rapid counter-attack, Kadioglu meets a cross from the left flank and tries his luck with a first-time volley from the edge of the box. However, he leans back and sends the ball flying high over the crossbar. Brighton remain a major danger on the break.
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Before today's games, only Arsenal (41 minutes, 48 seconds) had been behind for less time in Premier League matches this season than Liverpool (75m 28s). It'll be interesting to see how - and if - they work their way back into this contest.
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Although Brighton lead, Opta's live win predictor has their chances of victory at 36% to Liverpool's 37%, suggesting a comeback could be on the cards. If the Reds are to claim maximum points, they may need to get themselves back on level terms before the break.
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Tsimikas whips over a corner-kick from the right, which is met first by Konate. The latter's close-range header is blocked by a defender, then his follow-up is also charged down. This is better from Liverpool.
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
From a free-kick out on the left, Alexander-Arnold swings in a wicked cross. Amid a sea of bodies seeking to reach it first, Rutter steers it behind for a Liverpool corner.
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
SHARP SAVE! Kelleher keeps Liverpool's deficit down to one! Rutter is sent away through the centre by Ayari's long pass, holding off the challenge of Van Dijk. However, his shot is smothered by the hosts' stand-in goalkeeper, who rushes out to the edge of the box!
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