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When a team faces Liverpool at Anfield, there are a few things they already expect.

The intensity.



The relentless pressing.

For any visiting side, especially one still finding its feet under a new manager, the challenge is massive.

West Ham United walked into that storm again, this time under Graham Potter.

The Hammers gave a strong account of themselves.

For large spells, especially in the second half, they looked organised, dangerous, and confident.

But sometimes, in football, even a solid performance isn’t enough.

And when the quality on the other side is as high as Liverpool’s, the margins are thin.

Speaking after the 2-1 defeat, Potter admitted just how hard it was to contain Liverpool.

“It’s sore, for sure, because the players put in such a good performance, especially second half,” he told Sky Sports.

“We came into it back end of the first half and credit to Liverpool — the emotion of the day and their intensity was tough for us.”

West Ham had their chances, but Potter felt the result was harsh.

“In terms of big chances, we had a few so I’m very disappointed to lose because I think we deserved something from the game.”

“We did a lot well today and in terms of performance, it was probably the best we’ve had since we’ve been here.”

“In terms of balance in defense and attack.”

He praised the Reds, but also pointed to the battle they brought.

“We created opportunities, we attacked Liverpool and we restricted them to not too many chances.”

“But they’ve got top players and we have to give them credit — they are the best team in the league.”

Potter also revealed the tactical tweaks made during the match, “We had to drop Mohammed Kudus a little bit deeper to help us get hold of the ball.”

He added, “Sometimes you have to credit the opponent, they did really well.”

“Sometimes away from home, you have to suffer a little bit and dig in.”

In the end, Liverpool’s edge showed?

And Potter knows exactly why.

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