Brighton defeated easily 3-0, Liverpool advances to the 5th round of the FA Cup

Liverpool Football Club effortlessly overcame Brighton with a 3-0 scoreline to qualify for the 5th round of the FA Cup.

Liverpool continued their impressive form by defeating Brighton 3-0 in the 4th round of the FA Cup, in the match held at Anfield early on February 15 (Vietnam time). This convincing victory earned Liverpool a spot in the 5th round and highlighted the clear impact of coach Arne Slot.

Right from the kickoff, the visiting team showed confidence under the guidance of coach Fabian Hurzeler. Brighton pressed high aggressively, causing difficulties for Liverpool and creating several notable chances in the first 20 minutes. However, the home side gradually regained control through strong ball possession and quick attacks down both wings.

The turning point came in the 42nd minute. From a precise cross by Milos Kerkez, midfielder Curtis Jones charged in to strike powerfully from close range, opening the scoring for Liverpool. This goal was especially meaningful for Jones, ending a 57-game goal drought for The Reds.

In the second half, Liverpool accelerated and quickly extinguished the opponent’s hopes. In the 56th minute, Dominik Szoboszlai scored a spectacular goal to double the lead. After a quick one-two with Mohamed Salah, the Hungarian midfielder unleashed a one-touch shot from outside the box, sending the ball into the top corner beyond goalkeeper Jason Steele’s reach.

Just over 10 minutes later, Liverpool earned a penalty when Salah was pulled down inside the box. The Egyptian star took the spot-kick and calmly finished to seal a 3-0 victory. Salah ended the match with one goal and one assist, further demonstrating his significant influence on the team’s play at Anfield.

In the final minutes, Brighton tried hard to score a consolation goal but could not break through Liverpool’s solid defense. Kaoru Mitoma had a dangerous shot saved brilliantly by Alisson Becker. A goal by Rio Ngumoha was also disallowed for offside.

Securing a convincing win and keeping a clean sheet, Liverpool advanced to the 5th round of the FA Cup with great confidence, continuing to assert their strength and ambition to win titles under coach Arne Slot’s leadership.