Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi admits Liverpool's tactics surprised him.
The Seagulls romped to a 3-0 win on the South Coast on Saturday afternoon to move ahead of the Reds in the Premier League table.
Jurgen Klopp had switched from his regular 4-3-3 formation but saw his side slump to their heaviest-ever defeat to Brighton.
And Seagulls boss De Zerbi said: “I was surprised by the different tactical disposition of Liverpool. Liverpool were different positions. (Trent) Alexander-Arnold in the first half was higher. They defended with only three defenders but we found a different solution.
“I have very smart players and they understand when there's a different situation and they know now what they have to do on the pitch depending on the different situations.
“I don't move my players with a joystick. I want to give my players instructions during the week in the training session but during the game they have to decide the solution.
“I'm always happy when we keep a clean sheet. Today we played well with and without the ball."