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Germany and the Netherlands drew 1-1 in a chaotic UEFA Nations League opener, marking the competitive debuts for managers Jürgen Klopp and Xavi Hernández. Felix Nmecha scored for Germany after a controversial goal, but Cody Gakpo equalized in the 92nd minute. Both teams suffered key injuries, with Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz leaving early for Germany.
The 2026/27 UEFA Nations League opened with a chaotic 1-1 draw between the Netherlands and Germany, marking the competitive debuts for managers Xavi Hernández and Jürgen Klopp. The match ended in a stalemate after Cody Gakpo scored a late equalizer for the Dutch, but the result was overshadowed by a contentious first-half goal for Germany. Virgil van Dijk labeled the German goal a 'disgrace,' arguing that play should have stopped when Dutch forward Brian Brobbey was injured. Germany’s Joshua Kimmich defended the decision to continue, calling the goal legal. Both teams suffered key injuries, with Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz leaving the field early for Germany, while Brobbey was substituted for the Netherlands. Despite the lack of technical polish, both managers expressed satisfaction with the energy displayed, with Klopp noting he felt they lost two points due to the timing of the concession.
The 2026-27 UEFA Nations League opened with a 1-1 draw between the Netherlands and Germany, marking the competitive debuts for managers Xavi and Jürgen Klopp. Cody Gakpo scored a late equalizer for the Dutch after Felix Nmecha opened the scoring for Germany. In other Group A action, Greece defeated Serbia 2-1, Norway beat Denmark 3-2, and Portugal edged Wales 1-0. Injuries to Kai Havertz and Brian Brobbey were key talking points in the headline match.
Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo is being rested after adductor issues described as not a proper injury; Andoni Iraola said he finished the Ipswich game with adductor issues, the decision was to rest him to aid recovery, with a view to a return either this weekend or next, and he was left out of the squad for the Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid.
Liverpool cruised to a 2-0 victory over Ipswich Town, with Cody Gakpo delivering both assists for Alexander Isak’s goals. The performance showcased Gakpo’s resurgence under Andoni Iraola and a flexible 4-4-2/4-2-3-1 shape, while Ipswich looked out of their depth and allowed Liverpool to pepper the goalkeeper from distance. Next up are Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, plus Fulham, Spurs (League Cup), and Bournemouth ahead of the late international break.
Alexander Isak scored twice in the opening nine minutes to seal a 2-0 win for Liverpool at Ipswich Town, with Cody Gakpo assisting both goals, marking the Reds’ first win of the season and showcasing a sharper attacking approach.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola defends a busy transfer window, confirming signings Jeremy Jacquet, Victor Munoz and Ronald Araujo, while Curtis Jones departs for Inter Milan. With Szoboszlai, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Endo and Nyoni in midfield, Iraola says he’ll test the best combinations for a packed schedule and has kept Cody Gakpo after Manchester City’s bid was rejected.
Liverpool have rejected Manchester City's bid of up to £80m for Cody Gakpo, keeping the forward at Anfield as City pivot to Enzo Fernandez; Gakpo had been keen on a move, but negotiations are off, and Liverpool have just signed Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain.
Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo has chosen Manchester City and talks are underway to finalise a deal, after turning down Tottenham. The potential move would come alongside Liverpool’s recent signing of Bradley Barcola, and follows prior City interest in Gakpo as they look to reinforce options behind Erling Haaland.
Liverpool fought back to a 2-2 draw at Newcastle, but the game underscored ongoing questions around Cody Gakpo’s role and the need for more attacking options as transfer chatter links Barcola, Mbaye and Minteh; Gakpo was Liverpool’s standout on the day, while Munoz impressed off the bench. Iraola’s decision to hook Ngumoha early and the exposed counterattacks highlighted vulnerabilities, especially a lack of a dedicated defensive midfielder and underperforming full-backs, reinforcing the belief Liverpool must add quality and depth in the remaining window. Szoboszlai remained upbeat, stressing the squad’s resolve, but the path to improvement is clear for the new boss.
Liverpool finished their pre-season with two friendlies against Como, where Jeremy Jacquet impressed on his comeback from injury, displaying composure, recovery pace and even scoring, potentially staking a claim for the Newcastle opener. Cody Gakpo scored again and looked sharper amid transfer talk, while Victor Munoz showed creativity and pace to offer Iraola new attacking options. With Ibrahima Konaté leaving for Real Madrid and Curtis Jones’s future uncertain, Liverpool’s squad is taking shape as they head toward the season.
Netherlands crushed Sweden 5-1 in Houston to move atop Group F, with Brian Brobbey’s early brace and Cody Gakpo’s two goals after halftime setting the tone. Denzel Dumfries contributed two assists and a busy all-around display as Koeman’s side dominated, while Sweden’s Anthony Elanga scored late and Summerville added a late Dutch fifth, leaving the Dutch near-certain for the knockout rounds.
Liverpool dismissed Arne Slot after a season that collapsed from a title-winning start to a fifth-place finish. The piece highlights Florian Wirtz, Curtis Jones, Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong as potential winners under a new manager (likely Andoni Iraola), while Cody Gakpo and Ryan Gravenberch could see reduced minutes as Liverpool pursue a reshaped squad and a possible Iraola era.
Bayern Munich is considering signing Cody Gakpo from Liverpool as a high-profile left winger, with contact already made and a potential transfer fee of €50-60 million, to fill a gap in their forward line and possibly strengthen Dutch-French connections.
Liverpool won their second successive away game against West Ham United, with goals from Cody Gakpo and Joël Matip. The victory moves them temporarily within six points of Manchester United in fourth spot. Gakpo and Trent Alexander-Arnold were the standout performers for Liverpool, benefiting from the new system being in place. Liverpool has two major new creative outlets to rely on in Alexander-Arnold and Curtis Jones, who is excelling in his more advanced position in midfield. Darwin Núñez struggled to get into the game off the bench, and it feels unlikely that he will start at the weekend as a result. West Ham boss David Moyes led the protests, but the referee got the decisions right.