Isak scores again as Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0

Liverpool beat Brighton at Anfield and moved up to fourth place in the Premier League. The home side earned their first league win at home under Andoni Iraola.

In the first half, Florian Wirtz's shot was deflected into his own net by Pascal Gross, and the hosts took the lead.

Minutes later, Alexander Isak finished a cross from Bradley Barcola on the right to make it 2-0. The goal was Isak's third in consecutive Premier League matches. Barcola's high ball and quick pass in transition showed Liverpool's attacking threat.

Brighton dominated possession and had 64 percent of the ball across the match. However, Yasin Ayari's missed chance and a shot that came back off the crossbar showed their problems in front of goal. The visitors only found the target once.

Liverpool scored two goals through quick first-half attacks but missed chances that could have increased their lead. The result was their fourth straight win, and it moved them ahead of Chelsea. Brighton suffered their first defeat since August.