Liverpool Turn Preseason Around | MLS News

MLS News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 17, 2026 · 1m

Liverpool’s preseason ends on a high note with a 2-0 win over Como at Anfield, a crucial boost ahead of their Premier League opener against Newcastle. Goals from Cody Gakpo and Jérémy Jacquet in the first half sealed the victory, marking Liverpool’s first clean sheet against a top-flight side this summer. After earlier struggles—including a loss to Monaco and shaky performances—the team showed improved fitness and resilience, with young defender Jacquet impressing alongside Virgil van Dijk and Alexis Mac Allister getting his first minutes since the World Cup. But with key players still…