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Marc Guehi spotted in full-time talks as Liverpool mocked after latest defeat

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A look at some of the moments missed from Liverpool's 3-0 defeat to Crystal Palace in the Carabao CupA sixth defeat in seven was the result of Arne Slot's wholesale changes as Liverpool were knocked out of the Carabao Cup by Crystal Palace on Wednesday night.Ismaila Sarr's first-half double was added to by Yeremy Pino late on as Slot's men bowed out at the fourth-round stage after the Dutch coach had made 10 changes.But you knew all of that, of course. Here, as ever, are the best of our moments missed.READ MORE: National media make brutal Liverpool transfer point as 'beating' triggers Arne Slot tauntsREAD MORE: Oliver Glasner hits back at Liverpool claim after Crystal Palace win - 'It is disrespectful'Guehi and Gomez's sliding doors momentIt's no secret Liverpool failed in their summer pursuit of Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi.



Had Guehi been signed then it's likely the long-serving Gomez might have moved on.The pair could be seen spotted deep in conversation after the game as the pair caught up properly having been on-field rivals for the previous 90 minutes.It's unclear what the gist of the conversation was but it's one of the first times the defenders have had a chance to speak since the collapse of both deals at the start of September.As two proud south London boys, it's possible they might have just been enjoying a chat about their home, but deadline day represented something of a sliding doors moment for both and it's impossible not to think that might have dominated the agenda as the pair conversed at full time for a minute or so.Liverpool become the butt of the jokeDespite the mutual respect that poured out across Anfield on the final day of last season, when both sets of players gave the other one a guard of honour for sweeping up the Premier League and FA Cup, Palace's media team have been set on revelling in their victories over the Reds.To the pre-match graphics that less-than-subtly featured Liverpool's one-that-got-away in March Guehi, through to the changing of the bios after victories in the Premier League and Carabao Cup - the latest being a nod to Ismaila Sarr's hot streak against the champions - those working on the south London club's social channels have had their fun in recent times when it comes to Slot's Reds.But perhaps Slot and his players plumbed to new depths when they had the official X account of the San Marino national team getting in on the act on Wednesday night.After Liverpool's official account tweeted "We exit the Carabao Cup" at full time, whoever was behind the @SanMarinoTeam account spotted the chance to make a bit of mischief. For now, at least.Ngumoha earns the acclaimOne rare bright spot for Liverpool on the night was Rio Ngumoha's performance.

The 17-year-old, who was recently rewarded with a first professional contract, was granted further first-team exposure and was impressive in bursts when stationed out on the left side.One typically skillful run saw him bamboozle a defender or two near the centre circle before his pass out wide was just behind the on-rushing Kieran Morrison.It was unlucky from Ngumoha to lose possession after he had managed to wriggle free of the Palace attention with some electric footwork and the piece of play brought about a chant of 'Rio!' from the Kop, who clearly appreciate his talent.It also brought about a big high five from Federico Chiesa, who was keen to keep his young colleague's head up after the pass didn't quite come off having escaped the challenges of the Palace players. More first-team experience at this stage of his fledgling career is important.You're still here?!It was late in the day at Anfield when Crystal Palace fans, emboldened by their certain progression to the fifth round, relayed a message to their Liverpool counterpart.As the visitors cruised to victory against an inexperienced side that were down to 10 men and also contained zero first-team players on the bench, Palace fans told the Kop exactly what was on their minds."Why the f*** are you still here?!" they asked.