Brentford came out strong, but couldn’t hold back Liverpool’s firepower. A stunning goal from Darwin Nunez put the Reds ahead, followed by a Diogo Jota injury.
Despite another setback with Curtis Jones going down, Alexis Mac Allister capitalized on a Mo Salah pass to double the lead.
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A late push from Brentford saw Ivan Toney score, but their hopes were dashed by Cody Gakpo’s strike after a defensive error.
Despite injuries and set-piece challenges, Liverpool secured the win thanks to a strong performance from young goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher.
Klopp’s Mixed Emotions:
Manager Jurgen Klopp expressed mixed feelings after the match.
While happy with the win and Kelleher’s performance, he’s concerned about the severity of Jones and Jota’s injuries. “It doesn’t look good,” he admitted.
He praised the team’s response after a shaky start, crediting their ability to control the game despite the setbacks.