Isak scores again as Liverpool beat Brighton

Liverpool secured their first home Premier League victory of the season against Brighton, thanks to an outstanding performance from in-form Brighton. In the first half, an own goal from Seagulls midfielder Pascal Gross, followed by Alexander Isak's sixth goal of the season, put the Reds in a commanding position. Despite Brighton having an opportunity to equalize, Yasin Ayari missed his chance when his shot was fired over the top.

This miss proved to be decisive as Liverpool took a 17th-minute lead when Florian Wirtz's shot, which seemed to be going wide, was deflected into his own net by the unfortunate Gross – the Seagulls' first league goal concession since a 1-1 draw against Leeds on September 5. Brighton's defense was breached again shortly after, when Bradley Barcola's excellent run down the right wing created a chance for Isak to score Liverpool's second goal with a well-placed volley.

The visitors came close to gaining some momentum when home goalkeeper Alisson lost possession while playing out for the kick, but Ayari's shot hit the post. Liverpool's win marked their first league victory at Anfield under manager Andoni Iraola, who has now achieved two home Champions League victories and one in the Carabao Cup since taking over in the summer.

Brighton's loss was their second in 13 matches across all competitions in 2026-27, keeping them third in the Premier League table. Liverpool moved up one place from fifth to fourth, narrowing the gap to the Seagulls to just one point.