Liverpool cruised to a commanding 5-1 victory over West Ham United in the Carabao Cup, with Diogo Jota and Cody Gakpo both netting doubles and Antony adding a penalty to round off the scoring.
Jota opened the scoring early in the match, quickly settling any nerves after a disappointing previous outing. He continued to impress with a stylish finish before Gakpo contributed with two goals of his own, showcasing Liverpool’s attacking depth.
West Ham started the match brightly but struggled to find their rhythm, with Jota’s first goal coming after a slick build-up. Following Jota’s opener, Antony scored from the spot after being fouled in the box, further extending Liverpool’s advantage.
Despite their struggles, West Ham found a consolation goal, but it couldn’t lift their spirits as Liverpool maintained control of the match, demonstrating their elite attacking prowess.
Moral Boost for Liverpool’s Attack
The victory highlighted the resurgence of Jota, who responded positively despite having been benched in the previous match against Bournemouth. “I’m glad to be back in the goals,” Jota said after the match. “We played well as a team, and I’m looking forward to carrying this form into the league.”
Manager Jürgen Klopp praised his squad’s performance: “We played with great intensity and showed our quality. Goals from different players are crucial for our success.”
West Ham’s Reaction
West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui expressed disappointment with the result but recognized the potential of his players. “We need to be more consistent and tighten our defense; we had chances to get back into the game, but Liverpool’s quality made the difference,” he noted.
Looking Forward
Liverpool will continue to build on this momentum as they prepare for their next Premier League fixtures. Meanwhile, West Ham must regroup and address the defensive issues that have plagued them early in the season. The next round of the Carabao Cup is poised to provide further opportunities for both teams to prove their mettle in upcoming matches.
Credit: Sky Sports
