The visiting Tykes are a relegation candidate in the third tier, and are led by former Aston Villa, Plymouth Argyle, and — yes — Barnsley player Conor Hourihane.

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He named a strong side for the visit of League One Barnsley and was rewarded with a place in the fourth round, where Liverpool will host Brighton & Hove Albion. But Slot’s players were made to work harder than he might have liked to get over the line.

FA Cup win over Barnsley. The Hungarian scored a stunning opener and then made a calamitous mistake to offer the visitor a way back into the game after Jeremie Frimpong made it 2-0 for the home side.

Liverpool advanced to the next round of the FA Cup after their win over Barnsley, which could be the competition that helps get their season back on track.

Arne Slot has played down Rio Ngumoha ’s injury worries after the Liverpool wonderkid was withdrawn early against Barnsley. The tricky 17-year-old winger Ngumoha made his third first-team start of the season as Liverpool beat the Tykes 4-1 at Anfield, but went down injured after 73 minutes and was replaced by Ryan Gravenberch.

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