Liverpool secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Brighton in the FA Cup tonight, with goals from Curtis Jones, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Mohamed Salah from the penalty spot.
Arne Slot named a strong XI, signalling intent to take the competition seriously despite having no league fixture until next weekend. The minimal rotation paid off as Liverpool dominated from the start, building on the momentum from Wednesday’s win over Sunderland.
Key Moments:
Jones Breakthrough: Curtis Jones opened the scoring, showing composure and energy as he slotted home a confident finish. His performance highlighted why he is trusted in a versatile role, even at right-back. Szoboszlai’s Class: Dominik Szoboszlai doubled the lead with a precise strike, demonstrating his creativity and attacking influence. His return to the midfield added balance and fluidity to Liverpool’s play. Salah Penalty: Mohamed Salah converted a penalty in the second half to seal the result, underlining Liverpool’s clinical edge in front of goal.
The team maintained intensity throughout, avoiding the slow starts and late-game lapses that have troubled them this season. Slot’s decision to field a strong side clearly paid dividends — the players controlled the tempo and created opportunities at will.
Tactical Notes:
Slot’s flexibility shone as Szoboszlai and Jones adapted seamlessly across positions. The midfield trio of Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, and Wirtz dominated possession, keeping Brighton pinned back. Defensively, Van Dijk and Konaté led a solid backline, allowing Alisson to remain largely untested.
Tonight’s result is a reminder that momentum matters. Liverpool’s players showed intensity, cohesion, and belief, sending a statement about their ambitions in the FA Cup and across all competitions.
With no league game until next weekend, this victory gives Liverpool confidence and rhythm — exactly what Slot hoped to achieve with his strong selection.
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