Wirtz creates nine chances as Liverpool beat Brentford

Liverpool came from behind to beat Brentford in an away Premier League game in west London, returning to winning ways after losing to Manchester City.

Brentford were reduced to 10 men before half-time, and Liverpool scored twice in the second half.

Florian Wirtz created nine chances from open play, more than any player in a Premier League match in the past six seasons, according to the figures given.

The 23-year-old Germany international joined Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen for a club-record £116 million in June 2025, but has faced criticism over his form and confidence.

His performance strengthened his case, though he also lost possession 19 times and won only one of nine duels.

Liverpool's midfield shape remains a concern for pundit Danny Murphy, who said the team looked too open and could be vulnerable against stronger opponents.

The debate is whether to keep Wirtz as the number 10 or add another midfielder to make Liverpool more solid.