Liverpool U21s Suffer First 2026 Defeat to Manchester City
Liverpool U21s suffered their first defeat of 2026 at the hands of Manchester City. The loss ended a run of unbeaten results for the young Reds.
Match summary
The second half opened with chances for both sides. Mahamadou Sangare went close inside a minute of the restart.
Wright saw a header cleared off the line from a corner. Tommy Pilling’s low free-kick was held by goalkeeper Jack Wint.
Manchester City then struck beyond the hour mark. Dada-Mascoll met Ryan McAidoo’s corner with a near-post header.
No late Liverpool rally materialised. City left Kirkby with the win and Liverpool’s 2026 streak ended in their tenth match.
Team news and substitutions
- Liverpool U21s starting XI: Pecsi, Ramsay, Pinnington, Nallo, Ewing, Kelly, Morrison, Laffey, Danns, Pilling, Onanuga.
- Substitutions: W. Wright on for Danns (29′); Mor Talla Ndiaye on for Nallo (63′); Bradshaw on for Onanuga (69′).
- Mor Talla Ndiaye made his Liverpool U21s debut after joining in January. He slotted in at centre-back for the final 27 minutes.
- Unused substitutes: Misciur, Pitt.
Key performers
Dada-Mascoll produced the decisive attacking moment. Ryan McAidoo’s delivery from the corner proved pivotal.
Jack Wint made a crucial save to deny Pilling. Liverpool had sights on goal but could not find an equaliser.
What’s next
Rob Page’s side return to Premier League 2 action on Sunday, March 22. They complete the regular season at home to Crystal Palace.
The match at the Kirkby Academy kicks off at 1pm GMT. Fans can watch live via All Red Video.
Report by Filmogaz.com.
