There was plenty to like about that, even if it became slightly more uncomfortable than it should have been.
What stood out most for me was the quality of Liverpool’s big moments. Alexis Mac Allister’s opener was superb, Cody Gakpo continued his excellent start to the season and Dominik Szoboszlai’s late strike was outrageous. When Tottenham threatened to make things interesting, Giorgi Mamardashvili also produced a huge save.
The biggest positive, though, was that Liverpool made 10 changes and still found a way through. This competition is not the priority, but nights like this matter because they build confidence, give young players proper minutes and keep the squad involved.
There is still work to do. Liverpool allowed Spurs back into a game that looked finished at 2-0, and that loss of control will frustrate Andoni Iraola.
But overall, this was exactly what you want from a cup night: rotation, goals, progression and a few big performances.
Post-Match Podcasts
Our post-match coverage has had a refresh, with a new line-up of shows designed to cover every angle once the final whistle goes.
First up is Full-Time Reds, our immediate reaction show breaking down the key moments, biggest talking points and the overall performance. That is followed by Rate Don’t Hate, where the team assess the Liverpool players individually, discussing and rating each performance from the game.
Then, for those who enjoy a more traditional post-match discussion, Post Match RAW remains a key part of the line-up, bringing together all the reaction, debate and talking points from the match.
You can catch all three wherever you get your podcasts.
Full-Time Reds: Gags Tandon is joined by Lola Katz Roberts for immediate reaction to Liverpool’s 3-1 Carabao Cup victory over Tottenham at Anfield. They discuss Alexis Mac Allister’s brilliant opener, Cody Gakpo’s continued good form, Dominik Szoboszlai’s stunning late strike and the performances of Liverpool’s youngsters as Andoni Iraola’s much-changed side booked their place in the fourth round. - Watch Now
Rate Don’t Hate: Gags Tandon and Lola Katz Roberts run through their Liverpool player ratings after the 3-1 Carabao Cup victory over Tottenham at Anfield. Who impressed among the much-changed side, which youngsters took their chance and who came out on top after a night that saw Mac Allister, Gakpo and Szoboszlai all find the net? - Watch Now
Post Match RAW: Guy Drinkel hosts Trev Downey and Dave Hendrick as they reflect on Liverpool’s 3-1 Carabao Cup victory over Tottenham at Anfield. The trio discuss Mac Allister’s opener, Gakpo’s continued good form, Szoboszlai’s spectacular late strike, the impact of the youngsters and the main talking points from a heavily rotated Liverpool side progressing to the fourth round. - Listen Now
Andoni Iraola Post-Match: Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola reflects on the Reds’ 3-1 Carabao Cup victory over Tottenham at Anfield, discussing the performance of his much-changed side, the impact of the younger players and the key moments that secured Liverpool’s place in the fourth round. - Listen Now
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