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Hugo Ekitike's Premier League debut for Liverpool was marked by both scoring and assisting in a thrilling 4-2 victory over AFC Bournemouth at Anfield. The French forward opened the scoring with a composed finish before halftime, giving Liverpool the lead and marking his first home goal for the club. He then provided an assist for Cody Gakpo's goal that doubled the lead early in the second half.

Despite Liverpool’s two-goal advantage, Bournemouth fought back with two goals from Antoine Semenyo, leveling the score and setting the stage for a dramatic conclusion. Liverpool eventually secured the win with late goals from Federico Chiesa and Mohamed Salah, demonstrating a resilient team mentality.

Post-match, Ekitike expressed satisfaction with his performance while acknowledging room for improvement. He emphasized the importance of the team’s mentality and the victory, aiming to contribute even more in future matches. He also highlighted the desire to win for the fans and his teammate Diogo, reflecting a strong collective spirit.

Ekitike, who joined Liverpool in July 2025 for a significant transfer fee, has rapidly made an impact, becoming only the second Liverpool player historically to score and assist on his club debut in the Premier League. His journey to Liverpool included successful spells at Stade de Reims, Paris Saint-Germain, and Eintracht Frankfurt, showcasing his development across top European leagues.

This performance at Anfield signals a promising start to Ekitike’s Premier League career, combining attacking prowess with determination to contribute to Liverpool’s title defense.


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