Liverpool struggles with red card in 3-0 loss to Manchester City

Liverpool lost 3-0 to Manchester City at Anfield on October 12, 2026. The match saw a competitive first hour before Ryan Gravenberch received a red card, shifting the game's momentum entirely. Following the dismissal, Manchester City capitalized on their numerical advantage, with Erling Haaland, Jeremy Doku, and Rayan Cherki scoring in the second half. Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola expressed that his team performed well up until the red card but struggled thereafter, citing critical refereeing decisions as influential in the match's outcome.

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