Liverpool Tactics

Final Thoughts: Hugo Ekitike shines as Liverpool beat Brighton

Liverpool 2 – 0 Brighton – Premier League Postmortem Liverpool Inter and this return to domestic competition were seen as the true test of whether the reigning champions had turned their respective corners. Brighton arrived from the south as Mohamed Salah made his way back into the first team squad. The Starting Eleven Liverpool XI • GK –...

David Lynch’s Five Key Takeaways as Liverpool Beat Brighton

David Lynch assessment highlights Liverpool’s turning point Liverpool’s 2–0 win over Brighton at Anfield carried weight beyond the scoreline, and David Lynch’s post-match commentary offered a sharp, measured breakdown of why this fixture mattered. Rather than chasing hype, his analysis focused on context, control and progression, framing the performance as a meaningful step in Liverpool’s...

Ekitike Shines as Liverpool Secure Clean Sheet Victory

Liverpool 2 – 0 Brighton – Premier League Man of the Match Hugo Ekitike Liverpool FC Authority at the Tip of the Attack There was a calm certainty about Hugo Ekitike’s performance against Brighton that has been absent from Liverpool’s forward line for much of this season. In a campaign defined by hesitation, imbalance, and uncertainty, the French...

Player Ratings: Ekitike Leads as Liverpool Control Brighton at Anfield

Liverpool 2 - 0 Brighton  The Premier League’s return saw the Reds host Brighton, as the Champions League win over Inter needed to be transitioned into their domestic form. The lineup and subsequent ratings are listed below. Alisson Becker - 7.0 The giant Brazilian stopper was clinical early on with his solid save to keep the opposition out....

Arne Slot shares how Hugo Ekitike can improve despite strong Liverpool start

Hugo Ekitike leading Liverpool’s new attacking narrative under Slot Hugo Ekitike has quickly emerged as the most productive of Liverpool’s 2025 summer arrivals, shaping the early attacking story of Arne Slot’s side. With eight goals across all competitions, the French forward goes into the weekend as Liverpool’s leading scorer, setting the tempo in a season...

£35m Liverpool star could be handed second chance by Arne Slot

Can Harvey Elliott Be Arne Slot’s New Year Diamond? On the back of Liverpool’s encouraging and—more importantly—organised 1–0 victory away to Inter Milan, Arne Slot has finally been afforded the luxury of breathing space. The Dutchman remains a man under scrutiny, but for the first time in months, his Liverpool side resembled a team with...

Liverpool vs Brighton: Match Preview, Latest Team News and Predicted Lineup

Liverpool vs Brighton – Premier League Preview Date: Saturday, 13th December 2025 Venue: Anfield Kick-off: 15.00 BST Liverpool returns to Anfield on Saturday with something they haven’t felt in the Premier League for far too long: a reference point. Wednesday’s 0–1 win away at Inter Milan wasn’t just a Champions League triumph — it was a reintroduction to...

Liverpool legend slams Arne Slot’s ‘Boring’ performances

Jan Molby’s Criticises Arne Slot’s ‘Boring’ Liverpool Jan Molby has watched Liverpool through eras of dominance and decline, but seldom has he sounded as worried as he does now. In his detailed discussion with Trev Downey, the former midfielder laid bare his concerns about a team that has lost its spark, its identity and, crucially,...

Liverpool set for injury boost ahead of Brighton clash

Chiesa availability boosts Liverpool options Liverpool head into Saturday’s Premier League meeting with Brighton hopeful of welcoming back a much-needed attacking option, with Federico Chiesa edging closer to contention after missing the midweek trip to Inter Milan. Arne Slot was forced into tactical improvisation at the San Siro, deploying a 4-4-2 diamond amid a shortage of...

Final Thoughts: Liverpool find new identity in victory over Inter Milan

Inter 0 - 1 Liverpool – Champions League Postmortem After a poor showing last week and a return to European football marked by tension and uncertainty, Liverpool delivered its most complete and disciplined performance of the season under the lights of the San Siro. With internal turmoil dominating the narrative and Mohamed Salah excluded entirely...