Anfield Awaits: Liverpool Target FA Cup Progress as Brighton Seek Revenge

England FA Cup  -  Liverpool VS Brighton Hove Albion
Match Time:15-02-2026 04:00 Sunday (GMT+8)
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Eight-time champions Liverpool host Brighton & Hove Albion at Anfield in an all-top-flight tie in the fourth round of the FA Cup. The meeting adds extra tension following their recent league clash on Merseyside. Brighton travel north eager to respond after a 2–0 defeat to Liverpool in mid-December.

Team Analysis:
Liverpool bounced back from a league defeat to Manchester City with a narrow win over Sunderland, boosting their push for a top-four finish under Arne Slot while maintaining a strong recent record at Anfield against Brighton & Hove Albion. Despite that dominance at home, Liverpool have struggled in recent FA Cup fourth rounds, making this tie less straightforward than it appears. Brighton arrive in poor league form under Fabian Hurzeler, but their impressive away record in the FA Cup offers hope of another upset on Merseyside.

Player Situation:
Liverpool have several injury concerns, including Wataru Endo, while players such as Mohamed Salah and Dominik Szoboszlai could play key roles as Arne Slot considers adjustments to his lineup. Brighton & Hove Albion are also missing multiple injured players but may welcome Mats Wieffer back and rotate their squad to add energy. Veteran midfielder James Milner is among those who could feature, highlighting Brighton’s blend of experience and youth ahead of the match.

Result Prediction:
Recent clashes between Liverpool and Brighton & Hove Albion have frequently produced goals, with most of their last meetings featuring at least three. Another open and attacking encounter could unfold this weekend. Although Brighton’s form has dipped, Liverpool are still viewed as favorites at Anfield, even if some key players are rotated.

Predicted Result: Liverpool 2-1 Brighton.