Liverpool, Brighton and an Anfield AfternoonLiverpool step back into Premier League action with Brighton arriving at Anfield, and the story swirling above everything is Mohamed Salah. His omission

Salah believes he's been made a scapegoat for Liverpool's struggles this season, insisting "someone does not want me in the club".

Liverpool, meanwhile, enjoyed prolonged spells of possession, but lacked imagination. The lack of chemistry between Ekitiké and Isak did not help matters; the two forwards had virtually no partnership up top, prompting Slot to replace the Swede with Florian Wirtz in the 68th minute.

Inter President Beppe Marotta notes the importance of the ‘experience’ gained since last facing Liverpool in the Champions League, and doesn’t believe Arne Slot’s side is in crisis.It kicks

Mohamed Salah has been a shadow his usual self as Liverpool have struggled badly for consistent form this season.