Liverpool’s 2–0 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday looked straightforward on the surface. Another three points. Another clean sheet. Back-to-back Premier League wins for Arne Slot’s side.
Hugo Ekitike stole the headlines with two goals, while Mohamed Salah’s return after his explosive post-Leeds comments naturally drew attention at Anfield. But when the dust settled, many Liverpool fans agreed on one thing:
👉 The real hero wasn’t Salah. It wasn’t Ekitike.
It was someone else entirely.
Curtis Jones vs Brighton:
94% passing accuracy
8 duels won
2 clearances
1 interception
2 recoveries
6 defensive contributions
4/5 dribbles completedSilky smooth. What a player. pic.twitter.com/wo88wKrbBL
— The Anfield Buzz (@TheAnfieldBuzz) December 13, 2025
Early Goals, Total Control… But One Man Pulled the Strings 🧠⚙️
Ekitike wasted no time, finding the net inside the opening seconds to give Liverpool instant momentum. The French forward — starting ahead of big-money signing Alexander Isak — later doubled his tally with a powerful header after meeting Salah’s delicious delivery into the box.
From that moment on, Brighton never truly threatened. Liverpool dictated the tempo, controlled possession, and looked far more assured than they have in recent weeks.
And at the heart of that control was one midfielder who quietly ran the game.
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Not Salah. Not Ekitike. Step Forward, Curtis Jones 👏🔴
While Ekitike continues his fine run of form, it was Curtis Jones who earned widespread praise from those watching closely.
Operating alongside Ryan Gravenberch in midfield, the academy graduate delivered a performance that was equal parts intelligent, disciplined, and effective. Jones recycled possession with confidence, completing an outstanding 94% of his passes, and ensured Liverpool stayed calm and composed from kickoff to full-time.
He wasn’t just tidy — he was decisive.
✅ Completed 4 of his 5 dribbles
✅ Lost the ball just once
✅ Made key tackles, recoveries, and clearances
✅ Controlled the rhythm of the match
It was the kind of display that rarely trends on highlight reels — but managers and teammates notice it immediately.
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Liverpool’s Quiet Midfield Solution? 🤫⚡
With Liverpool still facing questions over midfield depth and consistency, Jones is starting to look like a solution hiding in plain sight.
He may not be the flashiest name on the team sheet, but his ability to set the tempo, protect possession, and link play has become invaluable — especially during a season where stability has often been missing.
In the short term, Slot may not need to look outside the club at all.
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Fans Have Had Enough — And They’re Speaking Out 📣🔥
Liverpool supporters were quick to voice their admiration online:
> “Curtis Jones is the most underrated player in the squad. He’s so good.”
Another added:
> “If he stays fit all season, people are going to start having serious conversations about him.”
Others highlighted his passion and connection to the club:
> “You can see how much he cares. The Scouser in our team. An example to everyone else.”
Some fans even suggested apologies are overdue:
> “People owe Curtis Jones an apology. Overhated. Excellent again.”
By the end of the night, the verdict was clear — Jones had been outstanding.
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England Call-Up? Don’t Rule It Out ✈️🏴
The Brighton match also marked Jones’ 200th appearance for Liverpool, a milestone performance that reignited debate about his international future.
Despite having just six England caps, many feel that number doesn’t reflect his quality or development. Declan Rice is locked in as a starter, but the midfield partner role remains open, with names like Kobbie Mainoo, Adam Wharton, and Elliot Anderson in the mix.
So why not Curtis Jones?
His evolution from a flair-driven attacker into a composed, tempo-setting midfielder has been impressive — and his versatility could offer England something different heading into the 2026 World Cup cycle.
At the very least, he deserves to be on the plane.
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Final Word 🔴✨
Liverpool beat Brighton comfortably. Ekitike scored twice. Salah returned. But the player who truly made everything click was Curtis Jones.
Underrated? Overlooked? Maybe.
Ignored any longer? Not a chance. 👀🔥
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