Why are Liverpool struggling for Premier League goals?

Liverpool’s nine goals in seven Premier League matches are a sharp contrast with their attacking output in cup and European games, where they have scored 15 across four matches. The early-season gap matters because Brighton have scored 23 league goals and visit Anfield on Sunday, while Liverpool are still waiting for their first home league win under Andoni Iraola.

Iraola says the difference may reflect the opponents and styles of games: Liverpool have faced a low block in 28% of their league matches, the highest share in the division, and a high block in only 15%, the lowest. They have also conceded first in four league games, making it harder to break down compact defences, despite having 10 different scorers this season; the article notes they have conceded eight goals in the league, with three clean sheets.