Liverpool vs Brighton Result
FA Cup · England
Liverpool
Full Time
Brighton
📍 Anfield, Liverpool
🗓️ Saturday, 14 Feb 2026 at 20:00
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CERTIFIED WPredicted
2 - 0
Actual
3 - 0
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Clinical Liverpool Sweep Aside Brighton to Book FA Cup Progress at Anfield
Liverpool delivered a commanding performance at Anfield, dispatching Brighton 3-0 to advance in the FA Cup. Despite Brighton edging possession with 52%, it was the Reds who seized control with ruthless efficiency in front of goal. Federico Chiesa opened the scoring just before halftime, setting the tone for a second half in which Liverpool's attacking quality shone through. Brighton started brightly and managed more total shots (16 to Liverpool's 13), but struggled to convert their opportunities, registering only three shots on target. Liverpool, meanwhile, were clinical, with goals from Chiesa, Mohamed Salah, and Cody Gakpo putting the tie beyond doubt. Four yellow cards for Brighton highlighted their increasing frustration as Liverpool's midfield and attacking line pulled the strings.
Liverpool
Liverpool combined defensive solidity with attacking flair to secure a convincing win. The 4-2-3-1 formation allowed their creative midfielders to flourish, with Florian Wirtz and Dominik Szoboszlai orchestrating play. The Reds may have had less possession, but they made their chances count, firing five shots on target and converting three. Their pressing game forced mistakes from Brighton, and the back line, marshaled by Virgil van Dijk, rarely looked troubled.
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Brighton
Brighton started with intent, controlling possession and registering more shots, but lacked composure and cutting edge in the final third. Their 4-2-3-1 setup allowed for fluid midfield play, but Liverpool's defensive discipline blunted their efforts. As the game wore on and the deficit grew, Brighton became increasingly frustrated, culminating in four yellow cards. Despite their efforts, they failed to seriously test Alisson in the Liverpool goal.
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Key Moments
42' — Goal
Federico Chiesa finishes a sweeping move to put Liverpool ahead before halftime.
56' — Goal
Mohamed Salah doubles Liverpool's lead, capitalizing on a defensive lapse.
68' — Goal
Cody Gakpo adds Liverpool's third, effectively sealing the contest.
Various' — Yellow Cards
Brighton collect four yellow cards as frustration mounts in the second half.
Tactical Analysis
Both teams lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, but Liverpool's execution proved superior. The home side pressed aggressively in midfield, disrupting Brighton's attempts to build from the back and forcing turnovers. Szoboszlai and Mac Allister provided balance and energy, while Wirtz's movement between the lines created space for the front three. Liverpool exploited width effectively, stretching Brighton's defense and creating overloads. Brighton sought to control the tempo with patient possession and midfield rotations, but lacked incisiveness in the final third. Their attacking midfielders found little joy against Liverpool's compact shape, and as they chased the game, their discipline faltered, resulting in a flurry of bookings.
Turning Point
Chiesa's opener in the 42nd minute broke Brighton's resistance and gave Liverpool the momentum heading into halftime.
Man of the Match
Federico Chiesa
His crucial opening goal and constant attacking threat set the tone for Liverpool's victory.