Liverpool U18s lost 2-1 to Bolton after going down to 10 men.
The Trotters took the lead after a harsh penalty decision, with Chris Lester converting from the spot.
Kristoffer Peterson was then shown a straight red around the hour mark following an altercation with Bolton's left-back.
From there James Caton made it 2-0 and despite a late goal from David Moli and two shots which hit the post, Liverpool could not find a way back.
Liverpool team: Jamie Stephens, Ryan McLaughlin, Lewis Hatch, Joe Rafferty (Sam Gainford 70), Matty Regan (Michael Wilson 45), Yalany Baio (Marc Pelosi 45), Kristoffer Peterson, Jack Dunn, David Moli, Josh Sumner, Jordan Lussey. Unused subs: Connor Wearing, Nathan Quirk.
Tagged: Academy , Bolton , Marsh , Mike Marsh , U18s
