Liverpool defeats Como 2-0 in pre-season finale at Anfield
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 8:55 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Liverpool completed their pre-season with a 2-0 victory over Como at Anfield on August 17, 2026. Goals from Cody Gakpo and debutant Jeremy Jacquet secured the win, following an earlier behind-closed-doors match that ended goalless. Manager Andoni Iraola praised the organization and composure shown by his team, particularly in the first half. Iraola expressed satisfaction with the performances of new signings Jacquet and Ronald Araujo, while also noting the need for improvements ahead of the Premier League opener against Newcastle United.
- •Cody Gakpo and Jeremy Jacquet scored in the first half.
- •Liverpool's win capped a two-match day against Como.
- •Iraola highlighted team organization and composure.
- •New signings Jacquet and Araujo made strong impressions.
- •Liverpool faces Newcastle United in the Premier League opener.
- 8:55 AMYahoo Sports — Andoni Iraola reveals what Liverpool need to improve after Como win
- 7:50 AMYahoo Sports — Andoni Iraola admits he was impressed by new Liverpool signings
"Andoni Iraola pleased with Liverpool progress, but room to improve is evidentLiverpool closed out their 2026-27 pre-season schedule with a 2-0 victory over Como at Anfield, and the post-match message ...
"Andoni Iraola pleased with Liverpool win over Como as Jeremy Jacquet and Ronald Araujo impressLiverpool closed their 2026-27 pre-season schedule with a 2-0 win over Como at Anfield, and Andoni Iraola�...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 8:55 AMAndoni Iraola reveals what Liverpool need to improve after Como win
Andoni Iraola pleased with Liverpool progress, but room to improve is evidentLiverpool closed out their 2026-27 pre-season schedule with a 2-0 victory over Como at Anfield, and the post-match message ...
- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 7:50 AMAndoni Iraola admits he was impressed by new Liverpool signings
Andoni Iraola pleased with Liverpool win over Como as Jeremy Jacquet and Ronald Araujo impressLiverpool closed their 2026-27 pre-season schedule with a 2-0 win over Como at Anfield, and Andoni Iraola�...
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