Liverpool suffers injury blow as Gomez exits early against Plymouth

Liverpool faced a shocking defeat against Plymouth Argyle in the FA Cup, with manager Arne Slot expressing disappointment in his second-string team. Ryan Hardie scored the decisive penalty after Harvey Elliott's handball, contributing to the upset as Liverpool fielded a weakened squad, resting key players ahead of a crucial Merseyside derby. Defender Joe Gomez suffered another injury setback, lasting only eight minutes before being replaced, raising concerns about his fitness ahead of upcoming matches. His early withdrawal forced significant changes in the lineup, impacting the team's overall performance. The loss could jeopardize Liverpool's pursuit of multiple titles this season, as they remain top of the Premier League and are still contenders in other competitions. Slot's rotation strategy is now under scrutiny as Liverpool prepares for their next challenge against Everton.