Newcastle 2-3 Liverpool: Teenage Sensation Ngumoha Delivers Historic Late Winner
Rio Ngumoha etched his name into Premier League history with a dramatic stoppage-time strike, earning Liverpool a thrilling 3-2 comeback victory over Newcastle United at St James’ Park.
The 16-year-old, making his league debut just days before his 17th birthday, fired home in the 100th minute to cap off a remarkable night for the defending champions. His goal not only sealed all three points for Arne Slot’s men but also made him the youngest Liverpool player ever to score in the Premier League, and the fourth-youngest in the competition’s history.
Newcastle’s Fast Start, Gordon’s Red Changes the Game
Newcastle began brightly, pressing Liverpool high and dominating possession in the opening stages. The Magpies looked eager to make a statement amid ongoing speculation surrounding Alexander Isak’s future, and they had the champions under pressure early on.
Liverpool struck first against the run of play. Ryan Gravenberch’s long-range effort deflected off Fabian Schär and wrong-footed goalkeeper Nick Pope, giving the visitors the lead with only their second attempt of the night. The strike extended Liverpool’s scoring run to 36 consecutive league matches, matching a club record that dates back to 2020.
Tensions boiled over just before halftime when Anthony Gordon’s reckless challenge on Virgil van Dijk led to a VAR-reviewed red card. It was the first time in over a year Newcastle had been reduced to ten men in a league match, adding further drama to an already fiery contest.
Ekitiké Strikes, Newcastle Fight Back
Within 20 seconds of the restart, Liverpool doubled their lead through Hugo Ekitiké. The French forward latched onto a loose ball and rifled a shot past Pope for his third goal in as many games, continuing his dream start to life at Anfield.
But Newcastle refused to fold. Captain Bruno Guimarães pulled one back with a towering header just before the hour mark, ending a frustrating scoring drought for the Magpies. Substitute William Osula then stunned the traveling fans with a late equalizer, racing onto a long ball to beat Alisson and level the match at 2-2.
Ngumoha’s Historic Moment
As the game ticked into the final seconds, Liverpool’s attack came alive once more. Mohamed Salah’s pinpoint cross was cleverly left by Dominik Szoboszlai, allowing Ngumoha to smash home his first Premier League goal with his first-ever shot in the competition.
At 99 minutes and 44 seconds, it was one of the latest winning goals in Premier League history and a moment that will be remembered for years to come. Ngumoha joins an elite list of teenage scorers, including Wayne Rooney, James Milner, and James Vaughan.
Key Stats & Records
- Rio Ngumoha: Youngest Liverpool scorer in Premier League history (16 years, 361 days).
- Liverpool’s Scoring Run: 36 straight league matches with a goal, equalling their all-time top-flight record.
- Arne Slot’s Attack: Liverpool have scored in 39 of 40 league games under Slot, the best scoring rate (98%) of any manager with 15+ games in Premier League history.
- Newcastle’s Struggles vs Liverpool: Winless in their last 18 league meetings with the Reds, their joint-longest drought against any side.
Liverpool now turn their attention to Sunday’s clash with Arsenal at Anfield, knowing they will need to tighten up despite this unforgettable late win.
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