Gerrard warns Liverpool still lack defensive midfield anchor after 2-0 win

Gerrard warns Liverpool still lack defensive midfield anchor after 2-0 win

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Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard said the side still requires a defensively-oriented midfield anchor despite the attacking options shown in the recent 2-0 victory over Brighton at Anfield. Liverpool secured the win with an own-goal by Pascal Gross and a strike from Alexander Isak, who recorded his third consecutive Premier League goal. The match also saw Brighton’s Florian Wirtz forced off after twisting his ankle, while Liverpool moved into fourth place in the league.

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Liverpool Brighton & Hove Albion Alisson Yasin Ayari Ronald Araujo Virgil van Dijk Alexis Mac Allister Ryan Gravenberch Bradley Barcola Alexander Isak Florian Wirtz Cody Gakpo Nyoni Bart Verbruggen Pascal Gross Diego Gomez João Costinha Premier League

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Anfield Stadium, Liverpool, United Kingdom

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October 27, 2026
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Gerrard says Liverpool still need a defensive midfield anchor despite attacking surge
Gerrard says Liverpool still need a defensive midfield anchor despite attacking surge

Liverpool Echo • 27 Oct 06:55

Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard praised the team's new attacking options under Andoni Iraola but warned that a strong, defensively-oriented midfielder is still missing.

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October 26, 2026
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Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0 as Isak scores and Wirtz leaves with ankle injury
Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0 as Isak scores and Wirtz leaves with ankle injury

Fantasy Football Scout • 26 Oct 13:17

Liverpool secured a 2-0 win at Anfield, with Alexander Isak scoring and Florian Wirtz forced off after an ankle twist, while Brighton failed to score despite higher possession.

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October 25, 2026
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Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0 as Isak scores third straight Premier League goal
Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0 as Isak scores third straight Premier League goal

Sky Sports • 25 Oct 22:06

Liverpool secured a 2-0 victory over Brighton at Anfield, moving into fourth place in the Premier League, with Alexander Isak scoring his third consecutive league goal.

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Liverpool secure first home league win in six months with 2-0 victory over Brighton
Liverpool secure first home league win in six months with 2-0 victory over Brighton

The Times • 25 Oct 19:45

Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0 at Anfield, with goals from an own-goal by Pascal Gross and a strike by Alexander Isak, giving new manager Andoni Iraola his first Premier League win at the stadium.

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Liverpool secure 2-0 win over Brighton as Isak, Barcola and Wirtz impress
Liverpool secure 2-0 win over Brighton as Isak, Barcola and Wirtz impress

BBC • 25 Oct 15:58

Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0 in the Premier League, with Alexander Isak scoring the decisive goal and Brighton’s Bradley Barcola and Florian Wirtz receiving high player ratings.

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