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Man City exposes flaws in Liverpool's squad during EPL match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 8:40 AM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Man City exposes flaws in Liverpool's squad during EPL match

Summary

Liverpool faced Manchester City at Anfield, where a red card issued to Ryan Gravenberch shifted the match's momentum. City capitalized on the advantage, demonstrating depth with substitutes like Jeremy Doku. Liverpool's struggles in key player performances highlighted the team's current vulnerabilities. With injuries to players like Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexander Isak, and Cody Gakpo complicating the squad's strength, Liverpool's transfer strategy remains under scrutiny. Next, Liverpool prepares for a Champions League tie against LASK amid ongoing concerns over squad fitness and effectiveness.

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By the Numbers

•Liverpool played Manchester City at Anfield on October 12.
•Ryan Gravenberch was sent off, impacting Liverpool's performance.
•Manchester City scored three goals following the red card.
•Injuries to key players weakened Liverpool's squad depth.
•Liverpool faces LASK in the Champions League next, with fitness concerns.

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8:40 AMYahoo Sports — Liverpool face big question after Man City ruthlessly expose major flaw

What they're saying

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It is too early to say Liverpool’s transfer strategy has failed but Rayan Cherki and Jeremy Doku served up a painful reminder of what the Reds could have had in Man City’s comprehensive win at Anfield
— Yahoo Sports

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