Results of the English League Cup: Despite their best efforts, Liverpool loses to an 18-year-old boy’s goal

Despite exerting all of their strength, Liverpool lost to a goal from an 18-year-old youngster in the English League Cup.

On Wednesday, August 1, 2025, Liverpool fell 0-1 to Tottenham Hotspur in the first leg of the English League Cup semifinals at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

It took Tottenham Hotspur a long time to score in this game.

Due to his offside position, Dominic Solanke’s goal in the 76th minute had to be di sallowed.

The 18-year-old Lucas Bergvall’s strike in the 86th minute was the final straw that saved Tottenham Hotspur’s destiny.

Rodrigo Bentancur had to be substituted from the beginning for Tottenham Hotspur due to an incident.

The midfield player moved forward to seize his team’s corner kick opportunity.

Rodrigo Bentancur, who was bending to pick up the ball, fell headfirst, which was unfortunate.

Bentancur was treated by medical professionals in the penalty box right away.

In the fifteenth minute, Ange Postecoglou was forced to substitute Brennan Johnson for the midfield player.

Even though Postecoglou’s team was still having trouble damaging Liverpool, the early substitution did not significantly change his strategy.

The Reds, who were still starting with their top squad, have not yet created any chances that could be threatening.

Liverpool had a lot of time after the 11-minute injury break in the first half.

Cody Gakpo had a fantastic chance when he sprinted unmarked in the di rection of the