Plymouth Argyle knocks Liverpool out of FA Cup

In a stunning FA Cup upset, Plymouth Argyle, bottom of the Championship, defeated Premier League leaders Liverpool 1-0 at Home Park, thanks to a penalty scored by Ryan Hardie. Liverpool manager Arne Slot made significant changes to his lineup, resting key players including Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, which ultimately backfired as his team struggled to create chances. The decisive moment came in the 53rd minute when Liverpool's Harvey Elliott was penalized for a handball, allowing Hardie to convert the penalty. Plymouth's goalkeeper Conor Hazard played a crucial role, making multiple saves to maintain the lead as Liverpool pressed for an equalizer. This victory marks only the fourth time a Premier League leader has been eliminated from the FA Cup by a lower division team, highlighting the enduring magic of the tournament. Looking ahead, Liverpool aims to recover quickly with a crucial league match against Everton on Thursday, where a win could extend their lead at the top of the table.