Liverpool leads early but falls to Leeds in pre-season friendly
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 8:55 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Liverpool lost 4-2 to Leeds United at Soldier Field in Chicago on August 2. After leading 2-0 with goals from Luke Chambers and Florian Wirtz, Liverpool faced a dramatic collapse in the second half, conceding four goals. Defensive weaknesses were evident as Leeds capitalized on set-pieces and loose play. Notable performances came from Wirtz and Alexander Isak in the first half, showcasing potential for the upcoming season. Liverpool will need to address its defensive issues as the season approaches.
- •Liverpool was 2-0 up at halftime.
- •Leeds scored four goals in the second half.
- •Dominic Calvert-Lewin netted twice for Leeds.
- •Liverpool's defense struggled against physical play.
- •Wirtz and Isak showed promise in attack.
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