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Iraola's Liverpool Loses 3-2 to Monaco in First Anfield Match

Liverpool squandered a two-goal lead and lost 3-2 to Monaco in a friendly at Anfield, marking Andoni Iraola's debut there as manager.

10 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Andoni Iraola's tenure as Liverpool manager at Anfield began with a defeat as the team lost 3-2 to Monaco in a friendly match. Liverpool initially took a two-goal lead during the game, as they had done in a previous match against Leeds United where they also lost, this time 4-2.

In both matches, Liverpool was unable to maintain their advantage and allowed the opposing teams to mount comebacks. The defeat against Monaco highlighted a concern for the coaching staff regarding the consistency of the team's performance.

After the match, Iraola stated that Liverpool cannot continue to let their performance levels drop. His comments reflect a focus on improving the team's ability to sustain leads and finish matches successfully.

The loss at Anfield marks a challenging start for Iraola in his role, as the team aims to address these issues moving forward. This friendly encounter serves as part of their preparation ahead of the competitive season.

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