Liverpool Snatch Last-Minute Thriller at St James Park

Europe 25 August 2025 at 18:34

Khaled Hegazy

News Editor

Liverpool claimed dramatic 3 - 2 victory over Newcastle United at St James Park on Monday sealing 3 crucial points in the Premier League’s 2nd round.

Rough Start, Reds Take Lead

The match saw aggressive play, with 19 foul in the 1st half alone. Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon was sent off for reckless challenge on Virgil van Dijk.

Despite early Newcastle chances, Liverpool opened the scoring in the 35 minute through Dutch midfielder Ryan Gravenberch assisted by Cody Gakpo.

Reds Extend Lead

Just after halftime, Hugo Ekitike doubled Liverpool’s lead with sharp ground shot following Gakpo’s pass. Newcastle fought back with Bruno Guimaraes scoring header in the 57 minute.

Substitutes boosted Newcastle’s attack leading to Will Osula equalizing in the 88 minute.

Dramatic Stoppage Time Winner

In thrilling finale, 16 year old Rio Ngumoha recently signed from Chelsea scored the decisive goal in injury time .. mohamed salah’s low cross found the youngster unmarked inside the box securing Liverpool’s victory & placing them atop the PL table alongside Arsenal & Tottenham after 2 round.