Liverpool took control of the match with a brace from Cody Gakpo. His first goal was a powerful strike, while Brighton’s defense faltered, leading to an easier finish for his second. Simon Adingra pulled one back after Evan Ferguson’s rebounded shot landed at his feet, but Luis Diaz quickly dashed Brighton’s comeback hopes with another goal amid defensive lapses. Despite Tariq Lamptey’s late response, the Seagulls couldn’t find a third goal in time.
Here’s how Brighton’s players rated in their Carabao Cup fourth-round clash against Liverpool:
- J. Steele (GK) – 7
Steele had a shaky start, making two risky passes that nearly led to Liverpool goals. He redeemed himself with crucial saves, notably a point-blank stop from Szoboszlai in the 33rd minute and a quick save with his feet to deny Robertson close to halftime. - F. Kadıoğlu – 6
Kadıoğlu started confidently, pressing the Liverpool defense when possible. He needed treatment in the 28th minute and was subbed off at halftime. - Igor Julio – 7
Quiet but solid, Julio filled in well for injured captain Lewis Dunk. He wasn’t at fault for Liverpool’s goals and stood firm as Brighton pushed for a late equalizer. - JP van Hecke – 7
Provided a brilliant ball to unleash Adingra’s speed in the 13th minute, sparking early chances for Brighton. His passing created issues for Liverpool but he was taken off in the 68th minute. - T. Lamptey – 6
Lamptey missed a great chance in the 13th minute, firing straight at the keeper after a pass from Adingra. An unfortunate misstep in midfield allowed Liverpool an open path to their second goal. - M. Wieffer – 5
Wieffer struggled under pressure, narrowly avoiding a giveaway in the 29th minute. He was outmuscled for Liverpool’s third goal, which further exposed his defensive shortcomings. - J. Moder – 6
Moder was quiet for much of the first half and could have closed down Gakpo earlier in the second. However, he did manage to win the ball back in spells. - B. Gruda – 7
Making one of his early starts, Gruda showed promise against top-tier opposition, with a near-miss in the 53rd minute. He was subbed off in the 75th. - J. Enciso – 6
Came close with a long-range effort in the 31st minute but went off in the 75th without major impact. - S. Adingra – 8
Adingra was instrumental in Brighton’s attacks, linking well with Lamptey and keeping Liverpool’s defense on edge. He eventually scored in the 81st, reacting quickly after Ferguson’s blocked shot. - E. Ferguson – 6
Had limited opportunities in the first half and missed a chance in the 50th minute. His shot in the 81st set up Adingra’s goal, but he had little other impact.
Substitutes
- P. Estupiñán – 6 (Subbed on at halftime)
- J. Veltman – 6
- J. Hinshelwood – 6
- D. Welbeck – 6 (On in the 75th but contributed minimally)
- Mitoma – 6 (Subbed on in the 75th, provided threat on the wings)
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