EPL: Reds Rally from Behind to Defeat Brighton, Go Top of Premier League

Liverpool Stuns Brighton with Second-Half Comeback, Takes Premier League Lead

“We showed great character to come back...”

Mohamed Salah's brilliance lifted Liverpool to a 2-1 victory over Brighton, capitalizing on Arsenal and Manchester City's losses to lead the Premier League.

Liverpool produced a stunning second-half comeback to defeat Brighton 2-1 at Anfield, leapfrogging Arsenal and Manchester City to the top of the Premier League.

Liverpool's resurgence was sparked by Cody Gakpo's equalizing goal, his third against Brighton in four days. Mohamed Salah then curled a trademark shot into the far corner, sealing the victory.

 

Brighton dominated the first half, with Ferdi Kadioglu scoring his first English football goal. However, Liverpool keeper Caoimhin Kelleher's saves prevented further damage.

The Reds' improved second-half performance saw them have seven shots on target, compared to just one in the opening period. Joe Gomez and Virgil van Dijk had chances before Gakpo's equalizer.

Mohamed Salah's brilliance secured the win, earning him the Player of the Match award with an average rating of 8.06.

Liverpool's victory boosts their title hopes, moving two points above Manchester City. Brighton remains fifth.

Manager Arne Slot praised his team's character, while Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler acknowledged his side's missed opportunities.

Stats:

° Liverpool has won 13 of 15 games under Arne Slot.

° Mohamed Salah's goal was his 12th in the Premier League this season.

° Brighton had only one effort on target in the second half.

Match Summary:

Brighton: Ferdi Kadioglu (30')

Liverpool: Cody Gakpo (55'),

Mohamed Salah (58')

Additional Insights:

° Liverpool has only lost once under Arne Slot, to Nottingham Forest.

° Brighton remains fifth in the Premier League.

° The Reds face a crucial clash with Manchester City next week.

Post Match Reactions

“We showed great character to come back,” Liverpool manager Arne Slot said.

“We should have been more than 1-0 up at halftime,” Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler admitted.