Liverpool Stunned by Second-Tier Plymouth in FA Cup Exit

Premier League leaders Liverpool fall 0-1 in the fourth round as Plymouth Argyle secure a historic upset with a penalty goal.

Liverpool fielded a heavily rotated squad, resting key players like Salah, Gakpo, and van Dijk, which contributed to their lackluster performance.
Plymouth Argyle, the bottom team in the Championship, capitalized on a handball by Liverpool's Harvey Elliott to score the decisive penalty in the 53rd minute, converted by Ryan Hardie.
This marks the first time since 2018 that a non-Premier League team has eliminated the league leaders from the FA Cup, with Plymouth achieving a rare victory over Liverpool since 1956.
Liverpool's defeat ends their hopes of achieving a historic quadruple this season, despite strong performances in the Premier League, Champions League, and League Cup.
Plymouth's victory comes shortly after parting ways with former manager Wayne Rooney, with the team now under the leadership of coach Miron Muslic.