After a first half where both sides repeatedly lost the ball carelessly, Brighton deserve credit for exploiting Liverpool’s tired legs after the interval.
Fabian Hurzeler waited until the 76th minute to turn to his bench and his side regularly carved Liverpool open after the break. They were deserved winners, with this win ensuring they are well and truly in contention for European football.
The Seagulls have now won four of their last five Premier League games (L1), as many as in their previous 18 in the top-flight (D7 L7).
As for Danny Welbeck, what a season he is having. After his first goal, he cupped his ears in celebration.
Was that a message to the Liverpool fans from the former Manchester United striker or to Thomas Tuchel, who did not pick him in the England squad for the March internationals?
His double here took his tally of Premier League goals this season to 12, his outright most in a campaign.