(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Newcastle 2-3 Liverpool: Teenager Rio Ngumoha Secures Stunning Injury-Time Win
In a dramatic Premier League clash at St James’ Park, Liverpool edged Newcastle 3-2 thanks to a last-gasp goal from 16-year-old debutant Rio Ngumoha, who scored in the 100th minute—four minutes into stoppage time. The teenager became the youngest goalscorer in Liverpool’s history, capping a night where Newcastle battled back from a two-goal deficit.
A Night of Chaos and Drama
Liverpool’s win came amid chaos:
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Anthony Gordon was sent off in the first half for a reckless tackle on Virgil van Dijk, earning a three-match ban.
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Newcastle lost key players Sandro Tonali (suspected shoulder injury) and Joelinton, leaving the midfield depleted.
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Despite being reduced to 10 men, Newcastle mounted a remarkable comeback to level the score before Ngumoha’s winner.
Manager Arne Slot described the victory as fortunate, saying, “So many things happened, it was complete chaos. We were lucky to get the win over the line.”
Key Moments of the Match
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Ryan Gravenberch opened the scoring for Liverpool with a long-range strike.
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Hugo Ekitike doubled Liverpool’s lead in the second half.
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Bruno Guimarães pulled one back for Newcastle with a header.
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William Osula appeared to have earned a point for Newcastle, but Ngumoha’s late goal sealed the three points for Liverpool.
Impact on Newcastle
Manager Eddie Howe lamented Newcastle’s misfortune, citing injuries, suspensions, and transfer saga complications affecting the squad. The team’s striker shortage and Gordon’s red card leave them scrambling for options ahead of upcoming fixtures.
Liverpool’s Resilient Win
Despite missing their intended star striker, Liverpool demonstrated depth in attack, with goals from five different forwards this season. Ngumoha’s debut winner highlighted the club’s promising youth talent and ability to snatch victory in the most dramatic fashion.
