Liverpool triumphed in a thrilling 3-2 clash against Brighton & Hove Albion to secure a quarter-final spot in the Carabao Cup.

Following a scoreless first half at the Amex Stadium, Cody Gakpo ignited the action, breaking the deadlock seconds after the restart with a precision strike into the top corner.

Gakpo soon doubled the Reds’ lead, skillfully winning possession and finding the net with a low-driven finish at the near post.

Brighton, however, didn’t go down easily. Adingra kept the home side’s hopes alive by pouncing on a rebound from Evan Ferguson’s initial attempt to make it 2-1. But Luis Diaz widened the gap for Liverpool once again, skillfully navigating a packed box and slotting a reverse shot off the post to extend the lead to 3-1.

In the final minutes, a deflected strike from Tariq Lamptey offered Brighton a glimmer of hope, but Liverpool held firm. With this win, the Reds move into the last-eight, continuing their determined defense of the trophy.

This Carabao Cup performance showcased Liverpool’s resilience and attacking prowess, setting the stage for an exciting quarter-final.