Liverpool secure passage to Carabao Cup semi-finals
Four key moments you might have missed
First-half goal rush
Liverpool started the game in blistering fashion. They netted three goals in the first 18 minutes, with Fabio Carvalho opening the scoring in just the fifth minute. Mohamed Salah added a second goal just six minutes later, with Darwin Núñez making it three just after the quarter-hour mark. Such an attacking onslaught stunned Brighton and gave Liverpool a commanding lead to take into the break.
Brighton's resilience
Despite conceding three goals in quick succession, Brighton showed great resilience and character to get back into the game. They pulled one back just before half-time through Tariq Lamptey and continued to battle hard in the second half. Their efforts were rewarded when Deniz Undav scored a fine goal in the 69th minute to make it 3-2.
Thiago's masterclass
Liverpool's midfield maestro, Thiago, produced a typically brilliant performance in the Carabao Cup clash against Brighton. The Spaniard controlled the tempo of the game, dictated play, and helped Liverpool maintain possession. His ability to find pockets of space and thread passes through the Brighton defense was key to Liverpool's success. Thiago's performance was a reminder of his class and importance to the team.