Liverpool throw away 2-0 lead as Monaco wins 3-2 at Anfield
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Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Liverpool lost a 2-0 lead against Monaco in Andoni Iraola's first match at Anfield, ultimately falling 3-2. Alexandar Isak and Florian Wirtz scored early for the Reds, but Aleksandr Golovin's penalty, Mika Biereth, and Paris Brunner turned the match in favor of Monaco. Iraola made 11 substitutions in the second half, focusing on player minutes. The loss marks another pre-season disappointment for Liverpool following a similar result against Leeds.
- •Liverpool led 2-0 with goals from Isak and Wirtz.
- •Golovin converted a penalty to start Monaco's comeback.
- •Biereth scored to level the game before Brunner's late winner.
- •Iraola made extensive substitutions, prioritizing player minutes.
- •Liverpool's next match is against Como on August 16.
"Liverpool threw away another pre-season lead as Monaco came from behind to win 3-2 in Andoni Iraola's first game in charge at Anfield.
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