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Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen believes the Seagulls' "mix of experience and talent" is enabling them to challenge teams at the top of the table, after taking the lead against Liverpool but falling to a narrow 2-1 defeat at Anfield.

Speaking to BBC Radio Sussex after the game, Verbruggen said: "We all know that we have a good team. We have a deep squad with a lot of quality. We have a good mix of experience and talent, so it really is a pleasure to be a part of.

"Every week we learn things and get better, so we have to keep building on that and performances like these. If we do that, I think we can reach good things this season."

Manchester City are Brighton's next Premier League opponents, and the Dutch shot-stopper believes Fabian Hurzeler's side can take "confidence" into their next challenge.

"We know what we are capable of," Verbruggen said. "We have shown that being clean and having the courage to play out from the back - and being good at it as well - can give you the momentum in a game.

"I think it is really important that we do that in the coming games."

Verbruggen was also asked about his current form, after keeping two clean sheets in eight league appearances so far this season: "I'm feeling good. I'm feeling sharp.

"I think the whole team feels sharp and fresh, so that inspires you as an individual. We just have to keep going, keep improving, and keep getting better and better."

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We asked for your thoughts after Saturday's Premier League game between Liverpool and Brighton.

Here are some of your comments:

Liverpool fans:

Linda: Thought Brighton played really well in both games this week. Liverpool’s attitude and commitment to win these games was outstanding - lovely play and energy from all involved - playing for, and with, each other. Slot has made the transition of Klopp leaving and his arrival seamless. Looking forward to how this season goes. You just never know...

Rhys: Slot has made Liverpool so resilient. Gone is the intensity in attack under Klopp and in its place is a calm composure. Even when on the back foot there is no panic. They just keep to the system and work from back to front.

Pedro: Sloppy first half but showed some guts and determination in the second. I thought Gomez had a great game after coming on for Konate and was unlucky not to score. Salah amazing again... where's the contract offer? Liverpool back on top of the league. So far so good but the big test comes against Manchester City and Real Madrid.

Richard: The first half was woeful. The second, much better. Why couldn't we muster up the urgency that we saw in the second half of the second half, earlier in the match? This sort of syndrome - allowing ourselves to fall behind and sit and wait until the crowd forces us to surge with intent and pressure - we should be doing from the first minute.

Brighton fans:

Brian: First 45 minutes was as good a performance as I can ever remember from a Brighton team. Hinshelwood and Ayari were excellent in midfield. Liverpool ultimately deserved their win, but knowing that we have Pedro, Baleba, O'Riley, Minteh, March and Dunk all close to returning from injury makes me believe that the future for us is very bright.

Ben: When will we get a bit more streetwise? For the second goal, we again allowed a player to run half the length of the pitch. Surely a quick tug on the shirt, take the yellow card and slow the game down. Subs were 10 minutes too late. After 65 minutes our midfield started to chase shadows and needed refreshing.

Sam: There were lots of positives to take away. We could have had three by half-time. However, we were undone by a great attack. The only question I have is why Hurzeler didn't put the subs on earlier?

Nicholas: Brighton showed signs they can mix it with the best and the future looks bright for them. There is just that gap in experience and concentration keeping them off the big six clubs. After Manchester City next week, they should pick up 18 from 21 points - so keep an eye on them.

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