Brighton 1-0 Liverpool LIVE: Welbeck goal, Ekitike injury, TV channel, stream

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Follow all the key updates from the Amex Stadium right here in our live blog as Brighton hosts Liverpool in the Premier League.Key Events13:10James FindlaterSzoboszlai missesIt is the Hungarian who steps up for the free-kick, but he sends it comfortably over13:09James FindlaterFree-kickFree-kick for Liverpool, and it's in Szoboszlai territory...13:08James FindlaterSave!First real chance for Liverpool as Mac Allister meets Szoboszlai's cross, and Verbruggen is forced into a smart save low to his left13:00KEY EVENTGOAL - Brighton leadThe hosts take the lead after some slack Liverpool defending, with Danny Welbeck beating Ibrahima Konate to a header at the back post to put Brighton ahead.12:54James FindlaterLiverpool changeLiverpool is forced into an early change, with Hugo Ekitike unable to continue after that challenge from Milner.He's replaced by Curtis Jones - Ekitike looks like he's in tears as he makes his way off the pitch12:50James FindlaterMilner leaves Slot fumingArne Slot is already fuming at the officials after James Milner's challenge on Szoboszlai as the former Liverpool man leads with his arm.Milner is involved again as he leaves Ekitike in a heap on the floor. The former Reds making himself known to his old side...12:46James FindlaterKick-offLiverpool get us underway in the first half12:43James FindlaterHere come the teamsThe teams make their way out onto the pitch, with the Reds led out by captain Virgil van Dijk as always.Kick-off is on the way...12:40James FindlaterKick-off approachingJust five minutes to go until we're underway in today's delayed game.Stick with us to see how Liverpool gets on against Brighton...12:33James FindlaterGerrard sends 'selfish' Wirtz messageSteven Gerrard has made his feelings clear on what he wants to see from Florian Wirtz, insisting he wants the Liverpool star to be "more selfish".The former Liverpool captain told TNT Sports:I want him to be more selfish.

He’ll get more goals in his game as well.Florian Wirtz during the Champions League game between Liverpool and Galatasaray. (Image: Alfie Cosgrove/News Images/NurPhoto via Getty Images)11:55KEY EVENTKick-off delayedIt's just been announced that kick-off at the Amex Stadium will be delayed due to a road traffic accident.The game is now scheduled to start 15 minutes later than originally planned - we'll keep you updates if there are any more delays.11:40James FindlaterGerrard praises 'excellent' LiverpoolSteven Gerrard has given his thoughts on Liverpool's performance against Galatasaray, with the Reds having bounced back from the disappointment against Tottenham.The Liverpool legend told TNT Sports:Miles better.

We're unchanged for #BHALIV... pic.twitter.com/vkh8DwPHz3— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) March 21, 2026 11:20KEY EVENTLiverpool team confirmedLiverpool's team has been confirmed, with two changes made from Wednesday's win over Galatasaray.Both changes are enforced, with Giorgi Mamardashvili replacing the injured Alisson, while Cody Gakpo returns in place of Mohamed Salah.Liverpool confirmed team vs Brighton: Mamardashvili; Frimpong, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Wirtz; Gakpo, Ekitike.,Subs: Woodman, Gomez, Chiesa, Jones, Robertson, Nyoni, Ramsay, Morrison, Ngumoha.11:02James FindlaterTeam news on the wayWe're expecting team news to be announced in around 15 minutes, when we'll find out who Arne Slot has selected to face Brighton today.Stick with us to find out who gets the nod...10:43James FindlaterPredicted teamLiverpool will of course be forced into two changes with those injuries to Salah and Alisson - the question is, will Arne Slot make any more adjustments?Coming off the back of a resounding win over Galatasaray, you wouldn't expect many changes. Giorgi Mamardashvili will come in for Alisson, while we predict that Cody Gakpo could get the nod to replace Salah, and slot in up top alongside Hugo Ekitike.It's as you were with the rest of the team, which would unfortunately mean no place for Rio Ngumoha, but the youngster will have a part to play from the bench.Liverpool predicted team vs Brighton: Mamardashvili; Frimpong, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Wirtz; Gakpo, Ekitike.Rio Ngumoha will be vying for a spot in Liverpool's team against Brighton (Image: Getty Images)10:27James FindlaterDouble blow for LiverpoolLiverpool has been hit by injuries to two of its key players ahead of today's game on the south coast.Mohamed Salah has been ruled out after he asked to be substituted against Galatasaray, having picked up a knock.