Liverpool

In those next five matches, The Reds face Rangers twice, Arsenal, Manchester City, and West Ham. Can Jurgen Klopp's men come out of these games with their ...

[Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/5XstioL80j5xvix2FgayOv?si=c6005a65bcb245e7) [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdlFklV55ZttMuLE6hf3FdA) Superb Trossard Denies Reds Win](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/match-coverage/match-report-liverpool-3-3-brighton-hove-albion-superb-trossard-denies-reds-win) ['We Couldn't Prepare For It Because We Had No Idea What They Would Do' Jurgen Klopp Assesses Liverpool's Draw To Brighton & Hove Albion](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/.preview/cn02acb2f02000241d?auth=1664783977:6dce065979348c5ebef03ef44b9773fc4e1433b1&nonce=1664697578057) [Report: Liverpool Stars Used England Camp To Urge Jude Bellingham To Sign](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/transfers/report-liverpool-stars-used-england-camp-to-urge-jude-bellingham-to-sign) [Ange Postecoglou Tipped To Be Next Liverpool Manager After Jurgen Klopp](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/interviews/ange-postecoglou-tipped-to-be-next-liverpool-manager-after-jurgen-klopp) Goal difference may come into play and these two matches against the Scottish side will be a chance for The Reds to top there's up. Any positive result out of this game will be amazing for The Reds, but a win could kickstart their season. After a humiliating defeat to Napoli in the opening group match, The Reds bounced back with a dramatic win against Ajax.

Roberto Firmino scored twice in Liverpool's draw with Brighton, but Trent Alexander-Arnold was again at fault in defence.

[Darwin Nunez](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/271788/Darwin-Núñez) (Thiago, 89) N/R - Introduced for Thiago as Klopp looked to find a match-winning goal. [Diogo Jota](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/208133/Diogo-Jota) (Firmino, 76) N/R - Brought on in place of Firmino for the final stages of the game. [Jordan Henderson](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/127262/Jordan-Henderson) linked up with [Mohamed Salah](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/173896/Mohamed-Salah), who cut the ball back for [Roberto Firmino](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/147234/Roberto-Firmino) to score. [Trent Alexander-Arnold](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/223532/Trent-Alexander-Arnold) 5 - A poor decision to chest the ball down saw the right-back dispossessed and punished as Trossard doubled Brighton's lead. MF Jordan Henderson 8 - The Liverpool captain showed positive aggression from midfield and was the player in the middle of the park who looked most likely to recover possession. While he was replaced at half-time by Diaz, this was unrelated to his performance. Linked well when Diaz was introduced in the second half. The 28-year-old's passing could have been better at times, and he looked laboured in moments. The 31-year-old also made a number of important clearances across the game. [Harvey Elliott](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/280806/Harvey-Elliott) (Henderson, 59) 6 - The England under-21 international was impressive with his aggression in midfield, helping maintain Liverpool's press late into the game. Replaced by James Milner close to the hour mark. The [Colombia](/soccer/team?id=208) international looked to isolate defenders, and he soon found Firmino, who beat his man inside the box before finishing clinically past [Robert Sanchez](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/108662/Robert-Sánchez).

Roberto Firmino shone and Trent Alexander-Arnold struggled as Liverpool drew 3-3 with Brighton in the Premier League at Anfield.

The winger had only trained with the team once prior to this game, having returned from international duty late on Thursday morning. He had to be, to beat Alisson Becker, who was in superb form for Liverpool. He was superb here, quick of foot and mind, causing untold problems for Trent Alexander-Arnold with his movement and, when the chances came, clinical with his finishing.

LIVERPOOL, England: A hat-trick from Belgian forward Leandro Trossard earned Brighton & Hove Albion a worthy point in an exhilarating 3-3 draw with Premier ...

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Liverpool fans did something Jurgen Klopp doesn't like against Brighton and it shows that reset is needed to get season back on track.

Putting in the victories of champions, the Reds could be trailing in the 89th minute yet they’d still find a way to turn such matches into victories. It’s clear that something is not right at Liverpool or at Anfield, with both players and atmosphere a pale imitation of what we have been treated to in recent times. Little over a month later, Divock Origi would scored a 96th minute equaliser against West Bromwich Albion and Liverpool’s manager and squad celebrated together, hand-in-hand, in front of the Kop. Klopp’s side might have won every major honour going during his time at Anfield, and so nearly delivered an unprecedented quadruple last season, but they need to rediscover their mojo and fast. Meanwhile, once Brighton had equalised in the 83rd minute and Anfield started to empty, it never felt like a dramatic Reds victory would be on the cards. “After the goal on 82 minutes, with 12 minutes to go, I saw many people leaving the stadium,” he said in November 2015. Their title hopes might already be done as a result, but if they are not careful they risk missing out on next season’s Champions League. They have reasons [for leaving] and maybe it is easier to go out, I don’t know. For much of Klopp’s reign his side, and subsequently fans, have boasted a never-say-die attitude that has currently deserted them. I cannot say I was 100% convinced that we would not concede a goal at 3-2 up.” When fighting back after trailing against Fulham and Crystal Palace, the belief that victory would follow has been lacking. With a rocked Anfield understandably subdued, the travelling support wasted no time in mocking their lack of atmosphere.

Jordan Henderson could provide a quick fix for Liverpool to solve one huge dilemma that is plaguing Jürgen Klopp. Right now, it would be an instant upgrade.

Liverpool have a plethora of options that they can utilise. Fabinho is yet to be surpassed by anyone in terms of overall quality, but on form, Henderson deserves to be playing more minutes in the number six role. [Thiago Alcântara](https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&cx=015440420724022033189%3Aygf0ckf-78m&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.liverpool.com%2Fliverpool-fc-news%2Ffeatures%2Fliverpool-thiago-injury-latest-henderson-19122479&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwi3xN-issH6AhVBxYUKHdD-A0MQFnoECAkQAg&usg=AOvVaw0rxo57Dh1_ehq9c5QLBp0r), which emerged as a crucial element during Liverpool's struggles in the 2020/21 Premier League campaign. That could provide a wake-up call to the Brazil international, who is capable of putting in consistent performances of the highest quality. Fabinho has long been a staple of Liverpool's success throughout the era-defining tenure of Jürgen Klopp, but the Brazilian is yet to find his best form this season. [Mohamed Salah](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/trent-alexander-arnold-liverpool-salah-25136776) to link up with [Roberto Firmino](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/firmino-transfer-fsg-liverpool-brighton-25155571) for the goal before the break.

All of the latest news from Anfield including reaction to Liverpool's underwhelming 3-3 draw with Brighton on Saturday evening and a potential move for ...

[Chelsea](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/chelsea-fc). Also, there is [Barcelona](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/fc-barcelona). [Find out the full story here](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/erling-haaland-future-next-club-28128496) He said: "On our list, I think City is the best team. [Bayern] Munich is number two. [Erling Haaland](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/erling-braut-haaland). [Real Madrid](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/real-madrid-cf) as number three, Paris Saint-Germain as number four. They were flying and we were somewhere in between. [Share your thoughts in the comments below](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/liverpool-klopp-brighton-haaland-transfer-28132931#comments-section) I don't know how many times I have to say we need a reaction. “The first goal has an impact on both teams. [Read the German’s full thoughts on Saturday’s stalemate right here.](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/liverpool-jurgen-klopp-brighton-draw-28131614)

Roberto Firmino scored twice in Liverpool's draw with Brighton, but Trent Alexander-Arnold was again at fault in defence.

[Darwin Nunez](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/271788/Darwin-Núñez) (Thiago, 89) N/R - Introduced for Thiago as Klopp looked to find a match-winning goal. [Diogo Jota](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/208133/Diogo-Jota) (Firmino, 76) N/R - Brought on in place of Firmino for the final stages of the game. [Jordan Henderson](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/127262/Jordan-Henderson) linked up with [Mohamed Salah](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/173896/Mohamed-Salah), who cut the ball back for [Roberto Firmino](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/147234/Roberto-Firmino) to score. [Trent Alexander-Arnold](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/223532/Trent-Alexander-Arnold) 5 - A poor decision to chest the ball down saw the right-back dispossessed and punished as Trossard doubled Brighton's lead. MF Jordan Henderson 8 - The Liverpool captain showed positive aggression from midfield and was the player in the middle of the park who looked most likely to recover possession. While he was replaced at half-time by Diaz, this was unrelated to his performance. Linked well when Diaz was introduced in the second half. The 28-year-old's passing could have been better at times, and he looked laboured in moments. The 31-year-old also made a number of important clearances across the game. [Harvey Elliott](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/280806/Harvey-Elliott) (Henderson, 59) 6 - The England under-21 international was impressive with his aggression in midfield, helping maintain Liverpool's press late into the game. Replaced by James Milner close to the hour mark. The [Colombia](/soccer/team?id=208) international looked to isolate defenders, and he soon found Firmino, who beat his man inside the box before finishing clinically past [Robert Sanchez](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/108662/Robert-Sánchez).

Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino scored a brace against Brighton but the bigger picture remains. There is a role for him under Jürgen Klopp but not as a ...

There is still a role for Firmino at Liverpool and a new contract cannot be 100 per cent ruled out. [Luis Díaz](https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&cx=015440420724022033189%3Aygf0ckf-78m&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.liverpool.com%2Fliverpool-fc-news%2Ffeatures%2Fliverpool-man-city-luis-diaz-25129093&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwiu1v7CocH6AhXiTUEAHbmeAgIQFnoECAIQAg&usg=AOvVaw10oiLHs9jHpp3McL05B5Ri) alongside him (the Colombian only arrived back from international duty late and therefore could only play a half on Saturday afternoon), Liverpool looked much better out of possession across the field — and that all starts from the number nine. [Champions League](https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&cx=015440420724022033189%3Aygf0ckf-78m&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.liverpool.com%2Fliverpool-fc-news%2Ffeatures%2Fliverpool-benfica-champions-league-klopp-23586404&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwjO9oe8ocH6AhVE4oUKHUYKC2YQFnoECAAQAg&usg=AOvVaw3nPuIsgbUN-FZ79U6OQhJe) — the game before this one that saw Liverpool perform much more like themselves — when Jota was pressing and chasing relentlessly from the front. [Fabinho](https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&cx=015440420724022033189%3Aygf0ckf-78m&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.liverpool.com%2Fliverpool-fc-news%2Ffeatures%2Fliverpool-transfer-fabinho-jurgen-klopp-23304358&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwi6gaCvocH6AhXQ0oUKHYtfBzYQFnoECAMQAg&usg=AOvVaw0cZ_NWDtN3j1GG3b76Cgw-) was awful on the ball and [Jordan Henderson](https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&cx=015440420724022033189%3Aygf0ckf-78m&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.liverpool.com%2Fliverpool-fc-news%2Ffeatures%2Fjordan-henderson-liverpool-klopp-elliott-25088949&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwjszfi0ocH6AhUSgHMKHf1eBH4QFnoECAkQAg&usg=AOvVaw1LLH2ODdVqTTVGs6PSAwI7) improved second half after a tough first period, but could only play an hour after recently returning from injury. [Sign up to the Liverpool.com newsletter here — it only takes a few seconds!](https://www.liverpool.com/newsletter-preference-centre/) The forward line was far from the first choice, and while it might have been the 'first choice' Liverpool midfield trio on paper, the reality is that they were a shadow of themselves. [Liverpool](http://Liverpool.com) system and was playing in a role that he is not perfectly familiar with out on the left-hand side, which only made the issues even more obvious. [Brighton](https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&cx=015440420724022033189%3Aygf0ckf-78m&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.liverpool.com%2Fliverpool-fc-news%2Ffeatures%2Fliverpool-brighton-roberto-firmino-matip-25154911&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwiKuJGkocH6AhUQZMAKHTJmB1oQFnoECAAQAg&usg=AOvVaw1o0Jb7Upnkk6WCmIwdP1uF), but Roberto De Zerbi's side were able to easily play through the thirds of the pitch, even when they made small errors that would normally be pounced upon. [Firmino](https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&cx=015440420724022033189%3Aygf0ckf-78m&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.liverpool.com%2Fliverpool-fc-news%2Ffeatures%2Fliverpool-contract-confirmed-firmino-transfer-24596914&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwiK4rSdocH6AhXFWMAKHXD1AWIQFnoECAIQAg&usg=AOvVaw0CwbsFIXKUeYvzTpAxmgjw) finds himself in at the moment: while the Brazilian had netted twice and his finishing was sharp, the bigger picture remains glaringly obvious. The two goals as well taken as they were — particularly the shimmy and finish for the second — should not stand in the way of the broader view: Jota, whose song was briefly given an outing as if to implore the Liverpool coaching staff to introduce him into the action, is a far better bet. [Diogo Jota's](https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&cx=015440420724022033189%3Aygf0ckf-78m&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.liverpool.com%2Fliverpool-fc-news%2Ffeatures%2Fliverpool-diogo-jota-goal-klopp-24946613&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwipyJiUocH6AhVIiRoKHUopCPkQFnoECAMQAg&usg=AOvVaw07oZS_HR5MBMdxUOamTt8b) name that was rung out around Anfield as the Portugal forward warmed up. However, with Liverpool level at 2-2 and chasing a goal to go ahead in the game — which came after that through an Adam Webster deflection — it was

Moments you may not have spotted during Liverpool's Premier League clash against Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday.

It was impossible not to smirk. It was certainly one of those days for Alexander-Arnold. The result means [Jurgen Klopp’s](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/jurgen-klopp) side have now taken just 10 points from their opening seven league games, matching Liverpool's worst such return in a decade. And it wasn't just in the stands there were grumbles aplenty. [Liverpool player ratings as Roberto Firmino a mixed bag and Trent Alexander-Arnold awful vs Brighton](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-player-ratings-brighton-breaking-25154205) [Jurgen Klopp admits 'darker moment' for Liverpool and explains urgent next step](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/jurgen-klopp-liverpool-next-step-25157445) ['Absolutely not happy' - Joel Matip sends angry message to Liverpool team-mates after Brighton draw](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/joel-matip-angry-message-liverpool-25156020) ['This is not a blip' - national media agree on Liverpool's 'problems' after Brighton draw](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/this-not-blip-national-media-25156204) ['In one way' - Leandro Trossard makes Liverpool admission after hat-trick in Brighton draw](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/leandro-trossard-liverpool-hat-trick-25155968) The fingertips of Brighton goalkeeper Robert Sanchez denied the right-back, who dropped to his knees and let out a scream of frustration. And that arrived with a few minutes remaining when, with the Reds awarded a free-kick 25 yards from goal, Alexander-Arnold had a chance to strike a dramatic winner. It's a long old trip from Brighton up to Merseyside and the travelling fans who packed the away end were determined to make the most of it. On the pitch, Jurgen Klopp was unhappy at Fabinho during the second half and made his point forcibly towards the midfielder, who appeared to selectively chose to ignore what was being said until the message from the Reds boss became too loud to turn a deaf ear towards. [Liverpool boss admits he has a problem he 'cannot ignore'](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/jurgen-klopp-admits-liverpool-problem-25156146) [Reds](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc) came from 2-0 down only to be ultimately pegged back to a 3-3 stalemate. Liverpool's inconsistent start to the season continued with a frustrating draw against Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday.

In a pulsating 3-3 draw at home to Brighton & Hove Albion, Jurgen Klopp's side ranged from disastrous to an encouraging revival before that sinking feeling set ...

For most of Klopp’s reign, Liverpool have been excellent in both. They continue to look a shadow of their former selves both tactically and mentally. [Premier League](https://theathletic.com/football/premier-league/) games see them come up against the two current best teams in the country: [Arsenal](https://theathletic.com/football/team/arsenal/) and [Manchester City](https://theathletic.com/football/team/manchester-city/).

One of Liverpool's big strengths last season looked like a glaring weakness as they predictably conceded a late goal against Brighton on Saturday afternoon.

But the Hammers threatened to snatch a point in the final 20 minutes as Manuel Lanzini (0.4 xG) and Michail Antonio (0.14 xG) squandered opportunities. This isn’t the only scenario when game management is required, of course, but it’s the most prevalent. Their inability to exert any real control over a game will continue to hold them back until it is decisively addressed. Their solitary attempt had a two per cent chance of leading to a goal. The closest Eddie Howe’s side got to an equaliser was a hopeful, 0.02 xG 86th-minute attempt. They would allow three shots thereafter but they were all audacious, amounting just to 0.08 xG. The xG was rated at just 0.02. They managed one attempt in the 85th minute, worth a mere 0.06 xG. The hosts had caused the Reds big problems in the first half, but they never looked likely to equalise late on, with their final attempt coming in the 62nd minute. It was, then, a test of their credentials as a trophy-hunting side, and they failed. Let’s look back at how Liverpool fared in similar situations in 2021/22. [Naby Keïta](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/transfer-news/liverpool-transfer-fsg-contract-dilemma-25138598) had given them in the 19th minute.

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Champions League clash between Liverpool and Rangers, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.

[Click here](https://sporita.com/?utm_source=sportsmole&utm_campaign=169310)to find out what else they are predicting for this game and for more of their tried-and-tested football tips.Over 2.5:data [Steven Davis](/people/steven-davis/) likely to be called upon in midfield for his experience and calm head in possession. [Ibrahima Konate](/people/ibrahima-konate/) is back in training but was absent from the Reds' matchday squad against Brighton, and the France centre-back may be saved at this early stage of his recovery from a knee injury. [Cameron Devlin](/people/cameron-devlin/)'s straight red card after 39 minutes leaving the hosts in a spot of bother considering [Antonio Colak](/people/antonio-colak/) had already bagged a brace. [Ben Davies](/people/ben-davies/) likely to partner [Connor Goldson](/people/connor-goldson/) at the heart of the defence. [Liverpool](/football/liverpool/) will be looking to make it two wins in a row in Europe when they host [Rangers](/football/rangers/) in Group A of the [Champions League](/football/champions-league/) on Tuesday.