Gakpo Cetak Brace, Liverpool Taklukkan Brighton Di Kandang

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Gakpo Shines with Brace as Liverpool Dominate Brighton at Home

Liverpool secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Brighton at Anfield on Saturday, with Cody Gakpo scoring a brace to lead the Reds to their first win in three Premier League matches.

Gakpo's Clinical Finish

The Dutch forward, who joined Liverpool in January, opened the scoring in the 14th minute with a composed finish after a clever pass from Mohamed Salah. Gakpo doubled his tally just before halftime, showcasing his impressive finishing abilities once again.

"I'm really happy with the goals," said Gakpo after the match. "The most important thing is that we won and got back to winning ways. We showed good character and fighting spirit today."

Salah's Crucial Contribution

Besides setting up Gakpo's first goal, Salah played a crucial role in Liverpool's victory. He provided a perfect assist for the third goal, which was scored by Luis Diaz in the 56th minute.

Brighton's Frustration

Brighton, who entered the match with a strong unbeaten run, struggled to create any real threat against a dominant Liverpool side. The Seagulls had limited opportunities on goal and were unable to break down the Reds' defense.

"We didn't perform well enough today," said Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi after the match. "Liverpool were much better in all aspects of the game. We need to learn from this defeat and move on."

Crucial Win for Liverpool

The victory against Brighton was a much-needed boost for Liverpool's Premier League campaign. The Reds have been struggling for consistency this season but this performance showcased their potential.

"It's always good to win at home," said Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp. "The boys showed great spirit and intensity today. This win is a step in the right direction for us."

Looking Ahead

Liverpool will be hoping to build on this momentum as they face Manchester City in a crucial clash next weekend. Brighton, meanwhile, will be looking to bounce back from this defeat when they host Crystal Palace in their next fixture.