Liverpool's Ngumoha Scores Late Winner Against Newcastle

Liverpool captain Virgil Van Dijk praised 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha for his "dream debut" after the teenager scored a dramatic late winner in stoppage time against Newcastle, securing a 3-2 Premier League victory. Ngumoha came off the bench to net the decisive goal after Newcastle, reduced to 10 men following Anthony Gordon's dismissal, had staged a strong comeback from 2-0 down. Despite Liverpool being second best for much of the match and conceding two goals from set-pieces, Van Dijk highlighted the team's composure and praised Ngumoha's perfect technique. Liverpool manager Arne Slot criticized the match's style, noting a predominance of set-pieces and long throws over tactical play but commended his squad's resilience under challenging conditions. With this goal, Ngumoha became the fourth-youngest Premier League scorer, turning 17 later this week. The intense atmosphere was fueled partly by Liverpool's failed attempt to sign Newcastle's unsettled striker Alexander Isak.