5 talking points: Mohamed Salah scores late winner as Milos Kerkez struggles – Burnley 0-1 Liverpool
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5 Talking Points: Salah Scores Late Winner as Milos Kerkez Struggles - Burnley 0-1 Liverpool
On September 14, 2025, Liverpool secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor, thanks to a late penalty from Mohamed Salah in the fifth minute of added time. This win continued Liverpool’s perfect start to the Premier League season with a 100% record.
1. Late Heroics from Mohamed Salah
Salah stepped up to convert a penalty after a handball by Burnley’s Hannibal Mejbri in stoppage time. This penalty came following Lesley Ugochukwu’s red card for Burnley, with Mejbri blocking a cross with his arm, leaving the referee no choice but to award the spot-kick. Salah’s emphatic finish not only gave Liverpool the win but also moved him past Andrew Cole into fourth place on the Premier League all-time goalscorers list with 188 goals. Furthermore, he became Liverpool’s record league penalty scorer with 35 successful spot-kicks, surpassing Billy Liddell.
2. Burnley's Resilient Defending and Ugochukwu's Sending-Off
Burnley, recently promoted, showed great defensive resilience and could have earned at least a point had it not been for the late penalty decision. Despite being down to ten men after Ugochukwu’s second yellow card, they remained solid until the final moments. Their defensive organization demonstrated why they succeeded in building their promotion campaign around not conceding goals.
3. Milos Kerkez’s Difficult Debut
Liverpool’s new signing Milos Kerkez struggled during his appearance, being substituted in the 38th minute and replaced by Andrew Robertson. His performance reflected the challenge of adapting quickly to the Premier League's pace and intensity.
4. Liverpool’s Lacking Cutting Edge Without Alexander Isak
The absence of the £125 million record signing Alexander Isak, due to lack of preseason and match fitness, was noticeable. Liverpool dominated possession with around 80%, taking 26 shots, but only broke through in stoppage time. Head coach Arne Slot acknowledged Isak’s predatory instincts would have been valuable against Burnley’s stubborn defense.
5. Liverpool’s Continued Fine Form
With this win, Liverpool extended their unbeaten start to the league. The victory came in typical fashion with goals in the dying moments of matches, underscoring the team’s resilience and determination to maintain top position in the table.
Overall, Liverpool’s late winner secured all three points in a tightly contested match, while Burnley left Turf Moor with much to be proud of despite the defeat.
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