Liverpool defeated Brighton 2-0 at Anfield as Hugo Ekitike struck twice, including the fastest goal of the Premier League season, to headline a composed home performance. The Frenchman scored inside 46 seconds and added a second from a Mohamed Salah corner,

The Reds’ forward line impressed on a return to Premier League winning ways.

After an injury to Joe Gomez, Arne Slot brought on Mohamed Salah in the first half against Brighton and he put on a show.

His numbers are impressive. Only Daniel Sturridge (eight) has scored more goals in his first 10 Premier League starts for Liverpool than Ekitike’s seven. Salah also managed seven, just above Robbie Fowler and Sadio Mane (both six). That’s some illustrious company.

Having promised crunch talks with Mohamed Salah amid their ongoing and very public feud, the outcome of those discussions will become clear when Liverpool ’s official matchday squad is released. If Salah features, there could be hope of a resolution. If the Egyptian is again on the bench, pressure builds ahead of the January transfer window.

Curtis Jones role in midfield balanceCurtis Jones’ performance against Brighton was rooted in balance. He offered defensive diligence without sacrificing composure in possession, allowing Liverpool

The first stage of Mohamed Salah’s rehabilitation at Liverpool is complete after the Egypt forward returned to the team for its 2-0 win over Brighton in the Premier League.

Hugo Ekitike scored twice as Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0 at Anfield in the Premier League on Saturday. Mohamed Salah also made an impact after coming off the bench to replace the injured Joe Gomez. The Egypt international,

Liverpool steady ship against BrightonLiverpool’s 2–0 victory over Brighton may not have solved every structural issue facing Arne Slot’s side, but it offered something just as valuable: