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Liverpool 3-0 Brighton: FA Cup Momentum Builds as David Lynch Sees Reds “Turning a Corner”

Liverpool’s FA Cup campaign gathered real pace with a 3-0 win over Brighton, and on his YouTube channel, David Lynch dissected the performance in forensic detail. Speaking to his audience in post match analysis, Lynch framed the result within the broader context of Liverpool’s season, one that has fluctuated wildly between promise and frustration.

Referring to the unpredictable nature of this Liverpool side, he admitted, “you really just do not know what to expect from Liverpool going from game to game because look, your trust is undermined by the fact that they have bad results.” That uncertainty has defined much of the campaign, but against Brighton in the FA Cup, there were signs of cohesion.

Below are four key points Lynch highlighted from Liverpool’s win over Brighton.

Consistency Finally Emerging

Lynch stressed the importance of backing up different types of wins. After referencing a recent away victory, he noted, “you go away to Sunderland, you come through that physical battle and play your football and win the game through a set piece… but then you come at home to a Brighton side who want to play football and win it and win it well.”

For Liverpool in the FA Cup, that adaptability mattered. “It’s important really that Liverpool have not just won this one, but also won well and won well against a different challenge,” he explained.

He went further, suggesting that form is stabilising, “we maybe are starting to see some of that consistency coming.” While careful not to overstate progress, Lynch added, “maybe, just maybe, Liverpool might be just kind of turning a corner really.”

In the context of top four ambitions and a serious FA Cup run, those words carry weight.

Statistical Proof of Control Against Brighton

Despite Brighton’s shot count advantage, Lynch dismissed any narrative of a smash and grab. “I talk about it being a deserved win. I think the statistics kind of bear that out,” he said.

He broke it down clearly, highlighting that while shots were 13-7 in Brighton’s favour, it was “5-3 on shots on target for Liverpool, 2 to 1 on big chances.” He also cited the expected goals, “the xG is 1.82 to 1.22.”

His verdict was emphatic, “Liverpool were 3-0 up and fully deserving to be in that position really. I thought they were the better side.”

For an FA Cup tie against a Brighton team who “love to play football” and “pass it through the lines,” that level of control represents tangible progress.

Mohamed Salah’s Encouraging Impact

Lynch reserved particular praise for Mohamed Salah, describing it as “one of the more encouraging performances that we’ve seen from him for a long while really.”

He acknowledged the penalty goal but focused on the assist, “I thought the assist was absolutely out of this world.” Statistically, Salah delivered: “most dribbles with three completed, most chances created with four. He takes five shots as well.”

Lynch believes Salah remains vital to Liverpool’s FA Cup hopes, stating, “he’s definitely good enough for a side that is challenging for the top four that maybe wants to have a crack at the FA Cup.”

In short, not the unstoppable version of old, but still decisive.

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Full Back Quality and Tactical Growth

Another major positive came from the full backs. Lynch praised Milos Kerkez, noting, “six out of 11 ground duels won, so tenacious. He fights for every ball.” He also highlighted the assist, “the kind of swerve he puts on the ball straight into the path of Curtis Jones makes it easy for him.”

On Curtis Jones, he pointed to “89% pass completion” and described him as “versatile. He’s smart.” Crucially, Jones’ role in build up play was underlined, “he can take the ball anywhere and he never really looks flustered or rushed.”

Lynch tied these tactical elements together, observing that “tactical elements that were big red flags at the start of the season we’re starting to see improvements on those as well.”

FA Cup Opportunity for Liverpool

Lynch was measured in his closing remarks, insisting, “this is not me saying everything’s decided Liverpool are going to win the lot from this point.” Yet his broader message was clear. “All we wanted to see was encouragement and step forwards.”

In the FA Cup, Liverpool delivered both against Brighton. If this level holds, the competition could yet provide silverware and redemption in a transitional campaign.