Liverpool defeated Brighton & Hove Albion 2-0 at Anfield on Sunday, October 25, 2026, as Alexander Isak scored his sixth Premier League goal of the campaign and Pascal Gross turned into his own net, ending the visitors’ four-match winning run and lifting the Reds into fourth place.
Alexander Isak Strikes Again as Liverpool End Brighton Winning Run
Alexander Isak extended his scoring streak to three consecutive Premier League games on Sunday afternoon, slotting home Bradley Barcola’s right-wing cut-back in the first half to seal a comfortable victory. The Sweden striker is now enjoying his most prolific spell since January 2025, scoring six times in seven league appearances this term.
Alexander Isak was left ‘delighted’ by our 2-0 win over Brighton 🙌💬🔗 https://t.co/50LtqkYSv8 pic.twitter.com/y9krJjMjfk
The breakthrough arrived four minutes before Isak’s strike when Florian Wirtz drove into the area and saw his effort deflect heavily off Pascal Gross past goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen. For Brighton, who arrived on Merseyside as the division’s leading scorers with 23 goals in seven games, the afternoon represented a sharp halt to their momentum. Fabian Hürzeler’s side failed to register a clinical edge, most notably when Yasin Ayari smashed a golden chance against the post before the hosts took control.
Brighton arrived at Anfield having secured four successive victories in the league, with Fabian Hürzeler’s team sitting in third place prior to kick-off. However, the visitors were unable to break through a disciplined Liverpool defensive setup, where Ronald Araujo, Jeremy Jacquet, Virgil van Dijk, and Milos Kerkez formed the backline protecting goalkeeper Alisson. Manager Andoni Iraola opted to deploy Cody Gakpo and Bradley Barcola on the flanks, while Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister partnered in the double pivot.
Three points and a clean sheet in a BIG win for @LFC against Brighton! 🔴 pic.twitter.com/c8JlpSzSnC
The match also unfolded under weather warnings, with the Evening Standard and meteorological reports highlighting potential fixture risks due to high winds and a Met Office wind warning linked to Storm Boelo. No pitch inspection was announced prior to kick-off at 14:00 GMT, allowing the Sky Sports broadcast to proceed as scheduled.
Defensive Resolve at Anfield
Manager Andoni Iraola secured his first Premier League home win at Anfield since taking charge, though victory required a tactical approach where Liverpool had a lot less of the ball.
"The performance was really solid"Alexander Isak reacts after scoring in Liverpool's win against Brighton 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/Zei2tmWVix
Despite ceding the ball to the visitors, Liverpool’s backline absorbed sustained pressure. Ronald Araújo threw himself into crucial challenges, while Alisson Becker maintained a clean sheet despite an erratic afternoon that included a loose pass nearly punished by Ayari. The performance followed a turbulent run that included a 3-0 home defeat to Manchester City just two weeks prior. The defensive effort was further aided by strong substitutions, with Trey Nyoni entering in the 65th minute for Florian Wirtz to make a solid challenge instantly upon his arrival, followed by late introductions for Rio Ngumoha, Jayden Koumas, and Kostas Tsimikas.
Florian Wirtz and Ferdi Kadioglu Suffer Match Injuries
The victory was tempered by an injury to Florian Wirtz, who was forced off in the second half after hurting his ankle. Andoni Iraola noted that Wirtz went off shortly after receiving treatment for an ankle injury.
I think it will be alright, it’s not too bad.
Brighton also dealt with physical setbacks during the match, losing right-back Ferdi Kadioglu to an injury after just six minutes. Fabian Hürzeler’s squad remains without long-term absentees including Stefanos Tzimas and Evan Ferguson.
Two goals to the good for @LFC 😮💨A Pascal Gross own goal puts the Reds ahead, before Alexander Isak fires in the second 🔴 pic.twitter.com/AglQOyUIoY
Liverpool now climb to fourth place in the standings, sitting one point behind Brighton. The squad faces a quick turnaround before two demanding tests at Anfield, hosting Chelsea in the League Cup fourth round on Wednesday before welcoming second-placed Arsenal for a league fixture on November 1.
Andoni Iraola was pleased with the battling qualities the Reds displayed in a 'very valuable' 2-0 win over Brighton 💪 https://t.co/3e8ywKPRDt
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