At the Anfield stadium, Liverpool confidently defeated Barnsley 3:0 in the 1/32 final match of the English Cup, which took place on January 12, 2026.

Match Premises

Before the game, Liverpool was on an unbeaten streak, while Barnsley was experiencing a difficult period of the season. The home team aimed to confidently confirm their class, and the guests sought to use the cup match as a chance for an unexpected success.

Team Composition and Game Features

Liverpool's lineup was missing Connor Bradley, Wataru Endo, Alexander Isak, and Hugo Ekitike. The team played in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Alisson, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez, and other leading players on the field.

Match Result

The match ended with a convincing 3:0 victory for Liverpool, allowing the team to confidently advance to the next round of the tournament.