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
Not many teams come to Anfield and start off by having a 59% share of the ball, but Brighton have done that so far. Whatever the venue, the Seagulls stick to their style - and it often pays off.
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Ayari makes an excellent challenge to halt Mac Allister's surge forward through the centre, as Liverpool seek to open up a first chance. As yet, the Reds have not been able to impose themselves in the final third.
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
After an early spell of Brighton pressure, Liverpool try to play their way through the press, stroking the ball around deep inside their own half. The tactical battle between Slot and Hurzeler could be fascinating today.
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Wednesday's loss was just Brighton's third defeat in their last 10 matches against Liverpool, so they may expect to take points home today. It's been a bright and confident start from the visitors so far.
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Brighton kick off, and we are under way in Liverpool!
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
The players are out on the pitch at Anfield, and kick-off in this Premier League contest is now just moments away!
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Rutter is available again after being cup-tied in midweek, so he reprises his partnership with Welbeck in Brighton's attack. Fabian Hurzeler makes eight changes in total. Lewis Dunk, Matt O'Riley, Yankuba Minteh and Joao Pedro all feature in a crowded treatment room.
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Only Gakpo keeps his place for Liverpool, as most of the hosts' usual lineup returns following wholesale changes in midweek - Robertson makes way for Tsimikas, though. Harvey Elliott, Diogo Jota, Federico Chiesa and Alisson Becker are still out of action.
Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion
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