Liverpool faces Brighton again this week in a busy Premier League weekend. Arne Slot’s team pulled off a fascinating 3-2 win over the Seagulls in the Carabao Cup earlier this week, securing their place in the quarterfinals. The Reds lost their first place slot to Manchester City after a 2-2 draw with Arsenal last week, but they will feel good after Wednesday’s performance.
Liverpool vs Brighton: Match Details
Match: Liverpool vs Brighton Hove & Albion
Date & Time: Saturday, November 2, 2024 – 3:00 pm GMT
Stadium: Anfield
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The Reds are still in the gunning for their 11th EFL cup title, thanks to their strong performances on the South Coast. Cody Gakpo is on fire in the EFL Cup, netting his third and fourth goals of the 2024-25 tournament with two strong second half shots. Luis Diaz then scored to make sure that Simon Adingra and Tariq Lamptey’s goals were just for show.
Brighton benefited from a couple of mistakes by Jarell Quansah to score twice in Wednesday’s EFL Cup match. However, their defensive breakdown in the second half turned out to be a big problem, just like it was in their Premier League game against Wolverhampton Wanderers. Danny Welbeck and Evan Ferguson seemed to lead the Seagulls to an easy victory against Gary O’Neil’s side, but Wolves fought back fiercely. Rayan Ait-Nouri reduced the gap, and a last-minute deflected shot from Matheus Cunha sent the away fans into a frenzy.
Liverpool vs Brighton: Team News
Conor Bradley returned from injury and played the entire match against Brighton in midweek. However, Harvey Elliott (foot), Diogo Jota (abdominal), Federico Chiesa (fitness), and Alisson Becker (hamstring) remain sidelined. Slot doesn’t think any of the injured players will be back before the international break. When asked if Jota would return in the next two weeks, he simply said “no.” However, he still has plenty of options to make changes.
Brighton’s defense faced a tough challenge against Liverpool on Wednesday, especially with Lewis Dunk missing due to a calf injury he picked up before the Wolves match. His availability for Saturday’s game is still uncertain. Yankuba Minteh is dealing with a groin issue, and Joao Pedro has an ankle problem. Meanwhile, Solly March, James Milner, Matt O’Riley, and Adam Webster all remain sidelined with injuries.
There are positive updates for Brighton as Georginio Rutter is back in action after missing the last match due to cup rules. The 22-year-old forward might team up again with Danny Welbeck in attack. Jack Hinshelwood has recovered from a minor injury and came on as a substitute on Wednesday, so he could return to the midfield right away.
Liverpool vs Brighton: Possible Starting Lineups
Liverpool: Kelleher (GK), Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson, Jones, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Salah, Nunez, Diaz
Brighton: Verbruggen (GK) Veltman, Igor, van Hecke, Estupinan, Kadioglu, Baleba, Ayari, Mitoma, Rutter, Welbeck
Liverpool vs Brighton: Prediction
The Seagulls gave Liverpool a tough match on Wednesday, but Slot is set to bring back his top players for what is expected to be an easier victory. Slot is hoping for a quick start at Anfield as they also host Bayer Leverkusen midweek in the UEFA Champions League. Our prediction: Liverpool 3-1 Brighton
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