Brighton’s Comeback Defeats Liverpool, Boosts Europe Hopes

Brighton staged a dramatic 3-2 comeback win over Premier League champions Liverpool, with Liverpool's goals coming from Harvey Elliott and Dominik Szoboszlai. Brighton equalized through Yasin Ayari and substitute Kaoru Mitoma before Jack Hinshelwood scored the late winner, shortly after coming on alongside his 17-year-old cousin Harry Howell, who made his Premier League debut. The victory moved Brighton up to eighth, keeping their European hopes alive pending the final matchday and Chelsea's Conference League performance. Liverpool, who have not won since clinching the title, fielded a rotated squad after celebratory trips and faced criticism from fans for recent lackluster performances. Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler was praised for his game-changing substitutions, while Liverpool manager Arne Slot admitted his squad has lost focus post-title. The match showcased Brighton’s young talents and highlighted Liverpool’s challenge in maintaining momentum after sealing the league.