Premier League Regular Season - 31
Brighton 2 - 1 FT Liverpool
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
↓ H. Ekitike ↑C. Jones 8'
14' D. Welbeck (D. Gomez)
25' Y. Minteh
M. Kerkez 30'
I. Konate 45'
45'+5 D. Gomez
HT
48' D. Welbeck
56' D. Welbeck (J. Hinshelwood)
J. Frimpong 61'
↓ J. Frimpong ↑R. Ngumoha 63'
A. Mac Allister 68'
68' F. Hurzeler
76' ↓ Y. Minteh ↑K. Mitoma
76' ↓ J. Milner ↑C. Baleba
↓ M. Kerkez ↑A. Robertson 76'
↓ I. Konate ↑F. Chiesa 77'
D. Szoboszlai 79'
83' ↓ D. Welbeck ↑G. Rutter
83' ↓ J. Hinshelwood ↑Y. Ayari
85' L. Dunk
F. Chiesa 90'
90'+1 ↓ D. Gomez ↑J. Veltman
90'+4 M. Wieffer
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Brighton
Goalkeepers
Bart Verbruggen 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Mats Wieffer 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Jan Paul van Hecke
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Lewis Dunk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ferdi Kadıoğlu 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
James Milner
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Pascal Groß
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Diego Gómez 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Jack Hinshelwood
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Yankuba Minteh 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Danny Welbeck 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
8
Rating
BENCH
Jason Steele 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Olivier Boscagli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maxim De Cuyper
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joël Veltman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
4
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Baleba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kaoru Mitoma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yasin Ayari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Georginio Rutter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Charalampos Kostoulas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Liverpool
Goalkeepers
Giorgi Mamardashvili
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jeremie Frimpong
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
19%
Pass Acc
Ibrahima Konaté
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Virgil van Dijk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Miloš Kerkez 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Midfielders
Dominik Szoboszlai
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Ryan Gravenberch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Florian Wirtz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexis Mac Allister
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Hugo Ekitiké
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
8
Entry
Cody Gakpo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Freddie Woodman
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Joe Gomez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrew Robertson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Calvin Ramsay
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Curtis Jones
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
87
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Trey Nyoni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kieran Morrison
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Federico Chiesa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rio Ngumoha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/02/2026 | Liverpool | 3 - 0 | Brighton | FA Cup | Anfield |
| 13/12/2025 | Liverpool | 2 - 0 | Brighton | Premier League | Anfield |
| 19/05/2025 | Brighton | 3 - 2 | Liverpool | Premier League | American Express Stadium |
| 02/11/2024 | Liverpool | 2 - 1 | Brighton | Premier League | Anfield |
| 30/10/2024 | Brighton | 2 - 3 | Liverpool | League Cup | American Express Stadium |
| 31/03/2024 | Liverpool | 2 - 1 | Brighton | Premier League | Anfield |
| 08/10/2023 | Brighton | 2 - 2 | Liverpool | Premier League | The American Express Community Stadium |
| 29/01/2023 | Brighton | 2 - 1 | Liverpool | FA Cup | The American Express Community Stadium |
| 14/01/2023 | Brighton | 3 - 0 | Liverpool | Premier League | The American Express Community Stadium |
| 01/10/2022 | Liverpool | 3 - 3 | Brighton | Premier League | Anfield |
Brighton Win
Liverpool Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 31 GD: +39
P: 30 GD: +32
P: 31 GD: +13
P: 31 GD: +5
P: 31 GD: +8
P: 31 GD: +15
P: 31 GD: +4
P: 31 GD: +2
P: 31 GD: -1
P: 31 GD: +4
P: 31 GD: -4
P: 31 GD: -1
P: 31 GD: -2
P: 30 GD: -2
P: 31 GD: -11
P: 31 GD: -12
P: 31 GD: -10
P: 31 GD: -21
P: 31 GD: -28
League Standings
P: 31 GD: +39
P: 30 GD: +32
P: 31 GD: +13
P: 30 GD: +3
P: 31 GD: +8
P: 31 GD: +15
P: 31 GD: +4
P: 31 GD: +2
P: 31 GD: -1
P: 31 GD: +4
P: 31 GD: -4
P: 31 GD: -1
P: 31 GD: -2
P: 30 GD: -2
P: 31 GD: -11
P: 30 GD: -7
P: 30 GD: -15
P: 30 GD: -19
P: 31 GD: -28
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Welbeck Rolls Back the Years to Ground Liverpool
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 72/100. An unexpected masterclass in taking chances disrupts the European race, proving the Amex remains one of the league's most difficult hunting grounds.
The Opening Exchange
High Intensity right out of the gate set the tone for a captivating Premier League clash. The visitors from Merseyside edged possession with 54% of the ball, attempting to dictate the tempo through methodical build-up play. However, Brighton asked the real questions with devastating verticality. The Amex Stadium erupted just 14 minutes in when D. Welbeck latched onto a perfectly weighted delivery from D. Gomez, effortlessly breaking the deadlock. Rather than retreating, Liverpool refused to blink. They cranked up the pressure, forcing the issue and testing the hosts' defensive resolve until M. Kerkez finally found the crucial equalizer at the half-hour mark. It was a breathless first act, entirely defined by relentless transitions, high-stakes pressing, and two teams absolutely determined to stamp their authority on the contest.
The Decisive Blow
The Balance of power shifted dramatically after the interval. While Ryan Gravenberch orchestrated the midfield with an outstanding individual display, acting as the primary engine for the visitors, his team ultimately lacked a clinical final touch when it mattered most. Instead, the Seagulls delivered the definitive knockout punch with ruthless efficiency. In the 56th minute, an intricate attacking sequence saw J. Hinshelwood unlock the backline, perfectly setting up Welbeck to confidently grab his brace. The Upset Factor skyrocketed as the home crowd sensed a famous victory. This wasn't merely a lucky counter-attack against the run of play; it was a masterclass in clinical execution. The hosts generated a commanding 2.30 expected goals, proving their tactical setup was actively dismantling the opposition's defensive structures. Liverpool pushed higher up the pitch, but their finishing touch repeatedly evaporated under pressure.
The European Fallout
The closing stages provided a true test of nerve for both dugouts. The Stakes were unmistakably massive for a Liverpool side desperately clutching onto fifth place and fighting tooth and nail to keep their Europa League dreams alive. They threw absolutely everything forward in a frantic search for salvation, contributing heavily to a staggering combined total of 28 shots between the two sides. Yet, Bart Verbruggen stood like an impenetrable wall between the posts. The Dutch shot-stopper pulled off four crucial saves, displaying remarkable reflexes to protect the slim advantage as the clock ticked down. This hard-fought triumph leaves the visitors looking nervously over their shoulders in the standings. Meanwhile, Brighton celebrate a landmark victory that fully validates their aggressive tactical approach and secures invaluable points in front of their ecstatic supporters.
Key Questions
Who was the standout performer at the Amex Stadium?
Danny Welbeck was exceptional, scoring a decisive brace to secure a famous home victory and capping off Brighton's aggressive tactical display.
How did Liverpool lose despite controlling the midfield?
Despite edging possession and Ryan Gravenberch's excellent orchestrations, they failed to convert their chances against an inspired Bart Verbruggen.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Amex Ambitions: European Hopes Meet Mid-Table Reality
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 74/100. With Liverpool chasing European qualification and Brighton firmly entrenched in the middle of the pack, this highly balanced matchup guarantees tactical intrigue.
The Setup
The Stakes might appear modest with Brighton sitting eleventh, but Liverpool in sixth still have vital continental spots in their crosshairs. An exceptional Balance rating highlights how closely matched these sides actually are, completely defying the eight-point gap in the league standings. Both teams bring solid, albeit inconsistent, Form into this March 21 clash at the Amex Stadium. What really elevates this fixture is a sky-high Stars metric, fueled by a mouth-watering duel between two red-hot goalkeepers: Bart Verbruggen and Alisson.
Key Battle
The flanks will dictate the rhythm of this game. Brighton's Yankuba Minteh brings explosive pace and directness to the wing, looking to exploit any spaces left behind by the visitors. He goes head-to-head with Liverpool's creative force, Dominik Szoboszlai, whose ability to thread penetrating passes through tight defensive blocks will severely test the home side's resolve.
Our Prediction
We expect Liverpool to edge it 2-1. While Brighton's organized defense and superb goalkeeping will frustrate the visitors early on, Liverpool's undeniable attacking quality—spearheaded by talents like A. Isak and F. Wirtz—will eventually break the deadlock late in the second half.