Match ReportThis Is AnfieldUnverified source· 9 Aug 2026
Liverpool edged out by Monaco in Iraola's Anfield debut
A lively pre-season friendly at Anfield ended in defeat for Liverpool, but there were encouraging signs.
Liverpool
team
Competition
Pre-season friendly
Score
Liverpool 2-3 Monaco
Venue
Anfield
What happened. Liverpool lost 2-3 to Monaco in a pre-season friendly, marking Iraola's first game in charge at Anfield.
- Liverpool showed positive signs despite the loss.
- Iraola's Anfield bow ended in defeat.
Pre-season results are often about fitness and experimentation, so the loss may not worry fans.
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