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Liverpool news: Bitter Brighton boss digs out Andoni Iraola as Kop finds new hero

Liverpool secured a vital victory over Brighton and Hove Albion at Anfield, prompting quite the reaction from Fabian Hurzeler…

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 6:00 AM
Liverpool news: Bitter Brighton boss digs out Andoni Iraola as Kop finds new hero
Key Things to Know
  • Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler claimed his team were the only side trying to win against Liverpool.
  • Liverpool defeated Brighton 2-0 with goals from Alexander Isak and a Pascal Gross own goal.
  • The victory moved manager Andoni Iraola's Liverpool side into the Premier League top four.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler criticized Andoni Iraola's Liverpool following their 2-0 defeat, claiming his side were the only team trying to create and win the match. An Alexander Isak goal and a Pascal Gross own goal off a Florian Wirtz strike secured Liverpool's first Premier League home win at Anfield since April.

The victory lifted Liverpool into the top four following Chelsea's defeat to Tottenham. Meanwhile, on-loan Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo earned strong praise from Anfield supporters after a standout defensive performance, which included a goal-saving block and a blow to the face while halting a late counterattack.

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