Thu Sep 26 04:56:00 UTC 2024: ## Liverpool Cruise into League Cup Round Four with Dominant Win over West Ham

Liverpool have booked their place in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup with a resounding 5-1 victory over West Ham at Anfield. The reigning champions showcased their attacking prowess with Diogo Jota and Cody Gakpo both bagging braces, while Mohamed Salah also found the back of the net.

The Hammers, who were down to ten men after Edson Álvarez’s second yellow card, briefly led following a comical own goal by Jarell Quansah. However, Liverpool quickly responded with Jota equalizing just four minutes later. The Portuguese forward then put the Reds ahead in the second half with a clinical finish.

“It’s important when you’re down to get that [equaliser] as quick as possible,” said Jota, who praised the special feeling of scoring at Anfield. “It’s always special so happy to help the team.”

Liverpool’s dominance continued with Salah extending their lead in the 74th minute, before Gakpo added two late goals to seal the comprehensive victory.

New Liverpool manager Arne Slot, who has seamlessly taken over from Jurgen Klopp, is confident in his team’s ability to compete for silverware. “We have just one defeat,” said Jota, reflecting on their strong start to the season. “We are still progressing, still developing our ideas — but only by winning games you become better so we are happy. It’s hard but we want to win again obviously, we are the reigning champions.”

Liverpool’s impressive victory against West Ham has further solidified their position as title contenders across all competitions. With their sights set on retaining the Carabao Cup, the Reds will be a formidable force to be reckoned with in the coming weeks and months.

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