Brighton & Hove Albion’s manager Fabian Hürzeler was quick to criticize Liverpool’s style after the Premier League side secured a 2‑0 victory at Anfield. The match, which saw an own goal from Pascal Gross and a clinical finish from Alexander Isak, ended with Liverpool’s fourth consecutive win in all competitions under new manager Andoni Iraola.
Despite the loss, Brighton dominated possession and produced a higher expected‑goals tally than the visitors. Hürzeler highlighted this imbalance in his post‑match press conference, noting that “everyone in the stadium saw that there was one team that really tried to create and win the game.” He praised his players for their effort but also pointed out what he saw as missed opportunities, saying that the team had “one, two big chances” that did not translate into goals. Hürzeler also commended Liverpool’s defensive solidity, particularly the work of centre‑backs, full‑back Ronald Araujo and Milos Kerkez, who he said “blocked a lot of shots” and “defended the box well.”
Iraola, meanwhile, expressed satisfaction with the result and the team’s consistency. “I’m very happy with this fourth win in a row,” he said. He compared the match to recent games against technically strong opponents such as Villarreal, emphasizing the importance of a strong start, aggressive play, ball recovery, and effective transitions. According to Iraola, Liverpool’s ability to win their duels and stay dangerous in the final third was the key difference that allowed them to keep a clean sheet.
The victory moves Liverpool up to fourth place in the Premier League standings, leaving them in a strong position for the remainder of the season. Brighton, while disappointed, will look to build on the positives from the game, particularly their possession dominance and chance creation, as they prepare for their next fixtures. Liverpool, on the other hand, will aim to maintain their momentum and continue their push for a top‑four finish under Iraola’s guidance.