Liverpool Youth Impress in Wins Over Athletic Club

Liverpool earned consecutive pre-season wins over Athletic Club at Anfield, with 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha impressing by scoring and assisting in the 4-1 first match. Ben Doak, Darwin Nunez, and Harvey Elliott also scored in the opener, while Gorka Guruzeta netted for Bilbao. The matches were Liverpool’s first at Anfield following the death of Andre Silva, with emotional tributes including a 20th-minute pause and applause in Diogo Jota’s honor. In the second friendly, new signing Hugo Ekitike recorded his first assist as Liverpool triumphed 3-2. The performances showcased the depth and promise of Liverpool’s young players and were marked by a blend of competitive spirit and remembrance. Ngumoha’s standout displays have prompted debate about his potential first-team role.