Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0 to move into top four

Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0 at Anfield, moving into the Premier League’s top four after Pascal Gross scored an own goal and Alexander Isak added a second. The goals came in a four-minute spell in the first half, and Brighton were unable to find a response. The result was described in match reports as Liverpool’s first league win at Anfield under manager Andoni Iraola. Brighton had started the day third, while Liverpool were four points behind them before kick-off. The win left Liverpool a point behind Brighton, according to one report, and six points behind Manchester City and Arsenal. The league standings were reported at the time of the match. Brighton created chances but did not score. Yasin Ayari sent an early opportunity over the bar and later hit the post after a misplaced pass from Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson. Liverpool defender Ronald Araujo also went close before the break, but Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen saved his effort. Liverpool defended their lead through the second half. Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler said after the match that his team had tried to create and win, and called the result a missed opportunity. He said Liverpool defended their penalty...