Liverpool joined the list of big-name clubs bidding farewell to the FA Cup, with the defending champions sinking on Sunday, conceding a goal in the second minute of extra time to lose 2-1 at Brighton in the fourth round. of the tournament.
The Japanese winger Kaoru Mitoma sealed the tie with a shot from close range. Brighton turned the score around and repeated their victory against Liverpool after the 3-0 defeat they received in the Premier League two weeks ago.
Liverpool took the lead after 30 minutes through Harvey Elliott’s goal, but defender Lewis Dunk leveled nine minutes later for Brighton.
Premier League leaders Arsenal were eliminated on Friday when they lost to Manchester City.
Eight top division clubs — including Chelsea and Newcastle — were wrecked in the third round.
Brighton did not cite Moises Caicedo after the Ecuadorian midfielder made clear his desire to leave amid reports of interest from Arsenal and Chesea.
Wrexham — a fifth-tier club owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney — faces Sheffield United in the fourth round later.
