In a stunning FA Cup upset, Plymouth defeated Liverpool 1-0 thanks to Ryan Hardie's second-half penalty. Liverpool, under coach Arne Slot, opted for a largely weakened side, sparking debate about their team selection. This elimination marks only the fourth instance of a Premier League leader being knocked out by a lower-tier team in Cup history. Despite Liverpool's attacking presence, Plymouth's defense, particularly Maksym Talovyerov, held firm, showcasing the unpredictable nature of knockout competitions.
Liverpool gambled with a weakened side against Plymouth, leading to their elimination from the FA Cup after a penalty decision favored the lower-league team.
Plymouth celebrated a historic FA Cup win, with Ryan Hardie's second-half penalty sending them into the fifth round, while highlighting Liverpool's rotation risks.
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