Liverpool Sets Premier League Record With Five Consecutive Late Winning Goals

Liverpool, under new manager Arne Slot, have established a remarkable record of winning five consecutive games with decisive goals scored after the 80th minute, including four matches with goals in stoppage time. This streak, nicknamed "Slot Time," marks the first time a Premier League club has achieved such a feat and has propelled Liverpool to the top of the league with a perfect start. Highlights include a 92nd-minute winner by Virgil van Dijk against Atletico Madrid and a 100th-minute goal by 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha, showcasing both experience and youth. While this resilience has drawn comparisons to the famed "Fergie Time" of Manchester United, Liverpool's ability to overturn 2-0 deficits points to strong mental toughness but also potential defensive vulnerabilities. Historically, Liverpool has a tradition of late-game drama, but this season's pattern under Slot is unprecedented in recent European football. The team's focus on fitness and mindset appears central to this late-game success, making them a formidable contender this season.