Liverpool 3-1 Tottenham Hotspur: Five key takeaways from EFL Cup match
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The Reds beat Spurs 3-1 in the third round.
Liverpool progressed to the next round of the EFL Cup with a 3-1 win over Tottenham. The Reds put themselves in front with a strike from midfielder Alexis Mac Allister. Later doubled their lead with Cody Gakpo’s goal, while Dominik Szoboszlai added the third in injury timeury time.
However, Spurs were able to pull back one through Conor Gallagher. It was not enough for them to avoid elimination.
Five key takeaways from the EFL Cup match
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5. A moment of relief for the Reds
This win gives the Reds some breathing space. They have been far from their best form and will need to improve as the season progresses. Under the new manager, Liverpool have not been able to deliver a convincing performance, raising doubts about the club’s long-term prospects in the new campaign.
4. Cody Gakpo continues his goalscoring run
Cody Gakpo has been in brilliant form this season. The forward has made five goal contributions so far into the new season. Gakpo has certainly improved his game.
His strike against Tottenham was another highlight of his growing influence on the pitch.
3. Third defeat for Spurs this campaign
Tottenham Hotspur have had a dismal start to the 2026-27 Premier League season under manager Roberto De Zerbi, picking up only two points in their first four games. A major summer splurge brought in several new faces, including Sávio and Omar Marmoush, who are still adapting.
De Zerbi cited delayed pre-seasons, late arrivals, and a lasting psychological block after failing to score in the first four games, which led to their elimination from the EFL Cup.
2. Tottenham continue their horrific run this season
Tottenham Hotspur’s dismal season continues. They struggle to find form and goals, resulting in intense scrutiny on their goal slump. Spurs have failed to score in their first three Premier League matches, demonstrating a significant lack of danger in the final third.
Despite substantial investment in the team, the conversion rate and projected goal metrics highlight a significant creative barrier.
1. Liverpool secure convincing win over Spurs
Liverpool cruised to a comfortable win over Tottenham. They beat them 3-1 to progress to the next round. The Reds opened the scoring when Alexis Mac Allister found the back of the net.
The hosts extended their lead through Cody Gakpo to put the Reds in a comfortable position to advance to the next round.
Who won the game?
Liverpool won the game.
Who scored for Liverpool?
Mac Allister, Cody Gakpo and Dominik Szoboszlai.
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