In London, Darwin Nunez’s first-half brilliance set the stage for Liverpool’s dominance, with goals from Alexis Mac Allister, Mohamed Salah, and Cody Gakpo sealing the win.

Ivan Toney’s lone goal for Brentford was merely a consolation. Salah returned to Liverpool’s squad, while Conor Bradley and Ibrahima Konate were included in the starting lineup.Despite an energetic start from both sides, Liverpool gradually asserted control. Nunez opened the scoring with a sublime finish before injuries forced substitutions for Liverpool. Alexis Mac Allister helped Liverpool double the lead.Salah and Gakpo added to the tally in the second half.Brentford managed a late goal through Toney, but Liverpool quickly responded with another from Gakpo. Despite late pressure, Liverpool held on for a comfortable victory.