Burnley 0-1 Liverpool | The Final Word
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Liverpool secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor thanks to a late penalty by Mohamed Salah in the 95th minute. The match was tightly contested, with Burnley defending resolutely in a 5-4-1 formation and appearing on course for a draw against the reigning Premier League champions.
The decisive moment came from a penalty awarded due to a handball by Burnley's Hannibal Mejbri, who turned his back to block a cross, with his arm away from the body but still deemed a foul by referee Michael Oliver. Salah confidently converted the spot-kick to snatch the win for Liverpool.
Throughout the game, Liverpool dominated possession and chances, with statistics showing 27 shots to Burnley’s 3 and an expected goals (xG) figure heavily favoring Liverpool (2.45 to 0.13). Key defensive performances from Burnley players, especially Ben Mee and goalkeeper James Trafford, kept the contest level for most of the match. Ben Mee was noted for his excellent marking of Mohamed Salah, limiting the attacking threat for much of the match.
Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate were praised for their defensive contributions, while Ryan Gravenberch and Andy Robertson were highlighted for their effective play in midfield and wide areas. Despite Liverpool's pressure and dominating chances, Burnley’s determination and defensive organization ensured the game remained close until the very end.
Following this victory, Liverpool maintained their perfect start to the Premier League season. The match underscored Liverpool’s resilience and ability to secure wins even when not at their most clinical, while Burnley earned respect for their gritty and disciplined defensive display against the league’s top side.
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