Cody Gakpo proved the hero for Liverpool as his two goals downed Brighton in the EFL Cup fourth round, though the forward still sees room for improvement. (More Sports News)
The Netherlands international provided the Reds with some much-needed attacking force after the disappointing confirmation that Diogo Jota will be out until after the next international break.
Gakpo scored both his goals when cutting in from the left-hand side, before fellow winger Luis Diaz also got on the scoresheet.
Simon Adingra and Tariq Lamptey both scored late on to offer Liverpool a scare, though Slot's side held on for a 3-2 victory that sent them into the last eight.
However, Gakpo believes his match-winning performance could have been improved.
"I think two good goals, but I think maybe it should have been more, or maybe I get an assist as well." he told Sky Sports.
Liverpool fielded a young side at the Amex Stadium, with goalkeeper Vitezslav Jaros and England Under-21 midfielder Tyler Morton among the starters.
Gakpo lauded the impact of an inexperienced side against Fabian Hurzeler's hosts.
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"It's not easy if you don’t play that often, then suddenly바카라 웹사이트have to play.바카라 웹사이트Everyone did well, so really proud of them and really proud of the team."
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"Every competition you play in, you want to win," he continued. "So, [I am] very happy we went through and on to the next."
