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– Kaoru Mitoma scored in stoppage time as Brighton knocked holders Liverpool out of the FA Cup with an impressive victory at the Amex.
– With the game heading to a draw, Japan winger Mitoma produced a great piece of control before firing in from close range to stun the Reds.
– Jurgen Klopp’s side, who were beaten 3-0 at the Seagulls two weeks ago, took the lead midway through the first half when Harvey Elliott slotted into the bottom corner from Mohamed Salah’s pass following a quick break.
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– However, Brighton equalised when Tariq Lamptey’s shot from distance deflected heavily off Lewis Dunk to fly into the back of the net.
– It looked like a replay at Anfield would be needed to decide the tie before Mitoma stepped up to snatch another big result for Brighton.
WOW 😅@kaoru_mitoma's late goal means @OfficialBHAFC have knocked out the holders! pic.twitter.com/pdBhkBoIEs
— Emirates FA Cup (@EmiratesFACup) January 29, 2023
