Darwin Nunez makes fresh statement after new milestone following Liverpool exit

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Darwin Nunez continued his fine start to life at Al-Hilal on Tuesday night following his exit from Liverpool(Image: Abdullah Ahmed/Getty Images)

Former Liverpool ace Darwin Nunez was among the goals for Al-Hilal in their AFC Champions League opener against Al-Duhail on Tuesday night.

The striker netted his second goal in as many games for his new club after leaving Anfield.

Al-Hilal kicked off their group stage campaign against the eight-time Qatari champions and found themselves trailing by a goal after 37 minutes.



However, the Saudi side regrouped at half-time and Nunez equalised in the 57th minute.

The ex-Liverpool No.

Liverpool decided to let go of Nunez this summer, with the Uruguay international scoring 40 goals in 143 appearances in England following his £64m move from Benfica.

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His first two seasons under Jurgen Klopp - despite facing criticism - saw a steady increase in his contributions in front of goal as Liverpool clinched the Community Shield and Carabao Cup.

Ekitike has since continued to spearhead Slot's attack, while £125m deadline day signing Alexander Isak bides his time on the sidelines.

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The ex-Newcastle United player was rested for Sunday's match against Burnley, but Liverpool have confirmed he'll be part of the squad for Wednesday night's Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid at Anfield.

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