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Liverpool Faces Brighton in FA Cup Amid Injury Setbacks

2/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Liverpool will host Brighton in the FA Cup fourth round on February 14, aiming to avoid a seventh exit in this stage.
Wataru Endo is ruled out long term due to a serious foot injury.
Dominik Szoboszlai returns from suspension.
Joe Gomez is back from a hip injury.
Brighton welcomes Mats Wieffer back but is without Solly March and Adam Webster, as Liverpool seeks silverware and Brighton pursues a turnaround.

History

Historical Context

The FA Cup, established in 1871, is the oldest national football competition, initiated by C.W. Alcock to foster organized knockout football in England. The inaugural tournament featured 15 clubs, with Wanderers winning the first final on March 16, 1872. Over 150 years, the Cup has become a symbol of competition and community, highlighting the ongoing rivalries among clubs like Liverpool and Brighton.

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Story summary

Liverpool will host Brighton in the FA Cup fourth round on February 14, aiming to avoid a seventh exit in this stage.
Wataru Endo is ruled out long term due to a serious foot injury.
Dominik Szoboszlai returns from suspension.
Joe Gomez is back from a hip injury.
Brighton welcomes Mats Wieffer back but is without Solly March and Adam Webster, as Liverpool seeks silverware and Brighton pursues a turnaround.

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