Liverpool vs Como: Gakpo and Jacquet Score in Friendly Victory

Liverpool achieved a pre-season victory over Como at Anfield on Sunday, with Cody Gakpo scoring his first goal of the campaign and debutant Jeremy Jacquet doubling the lead.

In the 23rd minute, Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo found the back of the net, slotting Jeremie Frimpong's clipped cross into the far corner against the Italian side. This marked Gakpo's initial goal of the pre-season, following his seven Premier League goals last season.

Just before halftime, Jeremy Jacquet extended Liverpool's advantage. He tapped in Gakpo's cross from inside the penalty area on the left flank, making it his first goal for the club.

Former Liverpool striker Neil Mellor lauded Gakpo's finish as "really good," noting the precision required given the ball's bounce. Mellor also praised Gakpo's unselfish play for the second goal, describing the assist as a "buffet ball" for his teammates, which Jacquet expertly converted.

The goals put new Reds head coach Andoni Iraola on track for his first win at Anfield in charge, following a previous defeat. Iraola's team had previously lost 3-2 to Monaco in his first home game on August 9th.

Gakpo's opener prevented a repeat of the earlier 0-0 draw between the two teams in a morning friendly. Frimpong's quick surge down the wing set up the goal.

While celebrating the win, Iraola will be mindful of Como's performance against Arsenal earlier in the week, where they drew 1-1 before losing on penalties.

Liverpool's competitive season is set to commence on August 23rd at Newcastle. Como, managed by former Premier League player Cesc Fabregas and having qualified for the Champions League, will begin their Serie A campaign a day earlier against Udinese.

Liverpool Starting XI: Alisson Becker, Virgil van Dijk, Jeremy Jacquet, Milos Kerkez, Florian Wirtz, Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexander Isak, Cody Gakpo, Jeremie Frimpong, Ryan Gravenberch, Rio Ngumoha

Liverpool Substitutes: Harvey Davies, Victor Munoz, Ronald Araujo, Trey Nyoni, Lewis Koumas, Talla Ndiaye, Will Wright

Como Starting XI: Jean Butez, Yan Couto, Jacobo Ramon, Trevoh Chalobah, Kaiki, Lucas da Cunha, Martin Baturina, Mattia Liberali, Luis Milla, Jesus Rodriguez, Tasos Douvikas

Como Substitutes: Mauro Vigorito, Edoardo Goldaniga, Maxence Caqueret, Alessandro Gabrielloni, Nico Paz, Emil Audero, Alberto Dossena, Adrian Lahdo, Nicolas Kuhn, Maximo Perrone, Alieu Fadera, Ivan Smolcic, Adam Asfour, Fabio Rispoli, Riccardo Cassano, Ignace Van der Brempt, Ivan Azon

Liverpool vs Como: Match Summary

Cody Gakpo opened the scoring for Liverpool in their pre-season friendly against Como at Anfield. The Dutch forward netted in the 23rd minute, assisted by Jeremie Frimpong.

Debutante Jeremy Jacquet doubled Liverpool's lead just before halftime, converting a cross from Gakpo. This performance marks a positive step in Liverpool's preparations for the upcoming season.

The friendly served as a valuable opportunity for new head coach Andoni Iraola to assess his squad, aiming for his first victory at Anfield.

Liverpool's competitive campaign kicks off on August 23rd against Newcastle United.

Como, managed by Cesc Fabregas, is gearing up for their Serie A season, having recently secured a Champions League spot.