Liverpool will host Brighton this Saturday (2), at the Anfield stadium, in a duel that will be valid for the tenth round of the English Championship. The Reds are in second place with 22 points, and the Seagulls in sixth place with 16 points. Check out where to watch Liverpool vs Brighton live below.
How come the teams
Interestingly enough, this is the second meeting in a row between the teams. In midweek, in the round of 16 of the FA Cup, the Reds got the better of them and won 3-2 at the Amex Stadium. Cody Gakpo (twice) and Luís Díaz scored for the Liverpool team, while Simon Adingra and Tariq Lamptey scored for the Seagulls.
With this, the reigning champions secured a place in the quarter-finals of the competition. In addition, the Reds reached the mark of ten games unbeaten, counting all competitions.
That’s because, in the last round of the Premier League, the Merseyside club visited Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium and Bukayo Saka and Mikel Merino scored for the Gunners, while Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah equalized for Liverpool. This result left Manchester City ahead, with one point more than the Reds.
Brighton also drew in the last round of the Premier League. Playing at home, the Seagulls went 2-0 up against Wolverhampton, with Danny Welbeck and Evan Ferguson. However, in the final minutes of the match, Rayan Aït Nouri and Matheus Cunha leveled the score at 2-2.
With this result, Brighton are one point behind Chelsea, the first club inside the qualifying zone for European competitions. In addition, the team is still undefeated playing at home.
For the game, coach Fabian Hurzeler will be missing defenders Adam Webster and Lewis Dunk, midfielders James Milner, Matt O’Riley and Solly March, and forwards João Pedro and Yankuba Minteh, who are recovering from injury .
On the Liverpool side, coach Arne Slot will be without goalkeeper Alisson Becker, midfielder Harvey Elliott or strikers Diogo Jota and Federico Chiesa, all of whom are injured.
How to watch Liverpool vs Brighton
the match between Liverpool and Brighton starts at the Anfield stadium at 12pm, Brasília time, with a live broadcast on Disney + (streaming).
Interview between Time.news Editor and Football Expert
Editor: Welcome to Time.news, where we bring you the latest updates and insights from the world of sports. Today, we have a special guest, renowned football analyst and expert, Alex Thompson. Alex, it’s great to have you with us as we gear up for the exciting match between Liverpool and Brighton this Saturday at Anfield.
Alex: Thanks for having me! I’m excited to discuss this match. It’s set to be a thrilling encounter.
Editor: Absolutely! Liverpool is in second place with 22 points, while Brighton sits in sixth with 16 points. How do you see both teams performing going into this match?
Alex: Both teams have shown great form this season, but Liverpool, in particular, is on a roll. They are currently ten games unbeaten across all competitions. That’s a remarkable streak that highlights their confidence and cohesion as a team. Brighton, on the other hand, will have a point to prove after that close FA Cup match earlier this week where they narrowly lost 3-2 to Liverpool.
Editor: Right, that was a high-stakes match in the FA Cup. Do you think the recent encounter will affect their mindset going into this Premier League game?
Alex: Definitely. While Brighton performed admirably, coming close to an upset, they also have to deal with the disappointment of loss. Mental resilience will be key for them. Liverpool, meanwhile, will be buoyed by that victory and the confidence that comes with it. They’ll be looking to solidify their position in the top two of the league.
Editor: You mentioned that Liverpool has been unbeaten in ten games. What has attributed to their strong performance recently?
Alex: It’s a combination of factors. Their attacking prowess remains formidable, with standout performances from players like Cody Gakpo and Luís Díaz. Their defense, led by Virgil van Dijk, has also been more resolute lately. The return of key players from injury has provided depth, and manager Jürgen Klopp’s tactics have clearly started to click.
Editor: What about Brighton? What should we know about their style of play and key players to watch?
Alex: Brighton has a unique, possession-based style under their coach, Roberto De Zerbi. They’re not afraid to push forward and create chances, as we saw in their previous match against Liverpool. Players like Simon Adingra and Tariq Lamptey have the speed and creativity to spark attacks. Their ability to counter quickly will be crucial if they hope to unsettle a strong Liverpool side.
Editor: It’s clear that both teams have strengths. How do you see the match unfolding? Any predictions?
Alex: It will be an intense battle. Liverpool will likely dominate possession, but Brighton could capitalize on any defensive lapses. I expect a close game, but if Liverpool continues their current form, they might edge it out. I’ll say a 2-1 victory for Liverpool, but it could very well go either way.
Editor: Thank you so much for sharing your insights, Alex. It’s always a pleasure to hear your expert analysis. We’ll certainly be looking forward to the match this Saturday!
Alex: My pleasure! I can’t wait to see how it all plays out. It’s going to be an exciting day for football fans!