“I told him to get a NEW CLUB — I’d rather play with 10 men than use him again!” — Liverpool boss explodes after Sunderland disaster, dressing room fallout confirmed
Liverpool ground out a narrow but important 1–0 away win against Sunderland, inflicting the home side’s first league defeat of the season in front of their own supporters.
It was a match built on patience and control from the visitors, who managed large stretches of possession but had to work relentlessly to break down a well-drilled and energetic Sunderland setup.
From the opening stages, Liverpool looked the more composed and proactive team, moving the ball with purpose and trying to stretch Sunderland’s defensive shape. However, the hosts remained compact and disciplined, limiting clear chances and forcing Liverpool to rely on shots from distance and set-piece situations.
Florian Wirtz stood out as the main creative outlet in the first half, repeatedly looking to unlock the defense. He tested goalkeeper Robin Roefs with a fierce long-range strike that required a strong save, and later came even closer when he struck the post with a clever left-footed effort from inside the penalty area after creating space for himself.
Even with Liverpool controlling territory and earning multiple corners and free-kicks in dangerous areas, the breakthrough would not come before halftime. Sunderland’s defensive organization and work rate ensured the score remained level at the interval, despite the pressure they faced for much of the half.
After the restart, Sunderland showed greater attacking ambition and tried to push higher up the pitch, looking to disrupt Liverpool’s rhythm and create chances of their own.
