Liverpool were thumped 3-2 by Brentford in the Premier League as Arne Slot's side suffered a fourth successive defeat in the top-flight and here we run the rule over the Reds' performance
22:27, 25 Oct 2025
Liverpool were beaten again on Saturday
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Liverpool were beaten again on Saturday
Liverpool suffered another Premier League defeat, losing to Brentford in a disappointing match on Saturday evening.
Dango Outtara and Kevin Schade netted goals in the first half, followed by Milos Kerkez scoring just before half-time.
However, Igor Thiago's penalty after the break and Mohamed Salah's late goal resulted in a 3-2 loss for the Reds.
This defeat marks the fourth consecutive top-flight game loss for Arne Slot's team, making it Liverpool's worst run since February 2021.
Here are Liverpool's player ratings for the clash...
Brentford were the better team across the 90 minutes
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Brentford were the better team across the 90 minutes(Image: Getty Images)
Giorgi Mamardashvili, 6 - Unable to prevent any of Brentford's goals but made a few good saves from range. His distribution was tested throughout the game, reports the Liverpool Echo.
Conor Bradley, 6 - Conceding a soft throw-in that led to the opening goal. His forward runs were sporadic in the first half until his low cross for Kerkez helped set up the first goal.
Ibrahima Konate, 5 - Having a physical battle against Thiago. Although he ensured the Brentford forward knew he was there, he lost focus for the second goal and never seemed truly comfortable.
Virgil van Dijk, 5 - With a couple of good defensive headers. However, his decision-making was questioned at times, and he was somewhat unlucky to concede a soft penalty.
Milos Kerkez, 4 - Irritating Van Dijk with some of his positional play in the first half. He didn't pose much threat going forward until he managed to score just before half-time.
Dominik Szoboszlai, 7 - Worked hard to push Liverpool forward in the opening quarter and stepped up where others didn't. His assist for the second goal was commendable, but his time at right-back again seemed a clear misuse of his talents.
Referee Tim Robinson pointed to the spot for a Brentford penalty after VAR intervened
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Liverpool have entered crisis mode(Image: Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images)
Curtis Jones, 7 - Handled the ball well in tight spots and had his defensive skills tested on occasion. Deserved better support from his teammates.
Mohamed Salah, 5 - Lost his footing when found by Gakpo and remained largely on the sidelines before the break. Managed one blocked shot in the second half but clearly lacked confidence, despite scoring a great second goal.
Florian Wirtz, 4 - Started off well and saw a fair amount of action before missing a good opportunity and then fading significantly, despite a commendable work-rate. Was substituted.
Cody Gakpo, 5 - Created a chance for Salah, took one shot over the bar and had an ambitious penalty claim dismissed, but was off form in the second half. Was substituted.
Hugo Ekitike, 5 - Partially responsible for Brentford's first two goals and struggled with ball control, but his disruptive presence near the post led to a Liverpool goal.
Igor Thiago celebrates Brentford's third goal against Liverpool
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Brentford outplayed Liverpool at the Gtech(Image: CameraSport via Getty Images)
Subs:
Federico Chiesa (for Gakpo 62), 5 - Didn't make much of an impact.
Andy Robertson (for Kerkez 62), 5 - Couldn't do much.
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Alexis Mac Allister (for Bradley 62), 6 - It was good to see the Argentina international back on the pitch.
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Rio Ngumoha (for Jones 71), 6 - It was a big ask for the teenager to turn this game around.
Joe Gomez (for Wirtz 83), 6 - Perhaps he should be playing more often.