Liverpool leads early but collapses to AS Monaco in 3-2 defeat

Liverpool hosted AS Monaco in a pre-season match at Anfield on August 9, where they initially led 2-0. Goals from Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz put Liverpool in control, but defensive errors allowed Monaco to mount a comeback and secure a 3-2 victory. Andoni Iraola faced challenges in his home debut as Liverpool struggled with defensive stability, conceding their lead for the second consecutive match. Despite the loss, players like Isak and Wirtz showed promising attacking capabilities. Liverpool will need to address their defensive issues before the competitive season begins.

• 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Player Ratings: Four 4/10’s as Liverpool are beat by AS Monaco