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Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher was left shocked after Danny Welbeck's stunning strike gave Brighton an early lead.

Just 87 seconds into the Premier League clash between Liverpool and Brighton at Anfield, the visitors netted a surprise opener.

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Welbeck's brilliant strike put Brighton ahead at AnfieldCredit: AFP

The former Arsenal star unleashed a terrific drive from outside the box after a pulsating run from Pervis Estupinan down the left.

Kelleher, still standing in for the injured Alisson between the posts for Liverpool, was left jaw agape as Welbeck's strike flew into the back of the net.

And with Arsenal playing Manchester City later today, it might give some Gunners fans a reason to smile to see their former player inflict some damage on their title rivals.

To add an extra cherry on the cake, Welbeck's goal also saw a visiting side take the earliest lead at Anfield since October 2019 when Harry Kane netted for Tottenham in 47 seconds.

Speaking on talkSPORT, Micky Gray said: "What an absolute top strike from Danny Welbeck.

"Estupinan works down the left-hand side, it is unbelievable.

And when that ball ricocheted out to Danny Welbeck, you just think he is going to have a touch.

"But no.

First time, gets his laces through it, Kelleher is just shocked in that Liverpool goal.

He dives after it has passed him, what a strike.

What a goal."

Liverpool have a poor record against Brighton in recent years.

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Kelleher was left stunned by Brighton's goalCredit: Getty

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Brighton have a fine record against LiverpoolCredit: AFP

They have not beaten the Seagulls since March 12 2022 in a 2-0 win.

Since then, Brighton have landed three wins in five, drawing the other two - including a 2-1 win in the FA Cup.

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Roberto de Zerbi is one of the favourites to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool this summer.

With the Reds boss calling it a day after nine years at the club, top target Xabi Alonso is staying at Bayer Leverkusen.

It means that Liverpool will have to look elsewhere with De Zerbi already high on the wish list.

Other options include Sporting manager Ruben Amorim and German boss Julian Nagelsmann.

Liverpool started Sunday second in the Premier League with just a point separating them from league leaders Arsenal.

The Gunners face City in the later kick-off on Easter Sunday in what could be a pivotal day in the title race.

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