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Liverpool opened their Premier League campaign with a dramatic 4-2 victory over Bournemouth at Anfield, highlighted by late goals from Federico Chiesa and Mohamed Salah. The match was emotionally charged, as it was the first competitive game at Anfield since the tragic deaths of Liverpool player Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva in a car crash on July 3. Fans paid tribute with placards spelling out "DJ20" and "AS30" and observed a moment of silence, while players from both teams wore black armbands and stood arm-in-arm before kickoff.

Liverpool started strong, with Hugo Ekitike and Cody Gakpo putting the home side 2-0 ahead. However, Bournemouth fought back through two goals from Antoine Semenyo, who bravely continued playing despite being the target of racial abuse from the crowd that led to a brief stoppage in the 28th minute. Semenyo’s goals leveled the game by the 76th minute, setting the stage for a tense finish.

In the closing stages, Liverpool’s composure prevailed with late strikes by Federico Chiesa and Mohamed Salah after the 88th minute, securing the win and highlighting Liverpool’s fighting spirit. Salah’s stoppage-time goal was pivotal, capping a thrilling comeback and inspiring the home fans.

The match combined intense sporting drama with profound moments of respect and solidarity in response to both the tragic losses and the serious issue of racism in football, making for a memorable season opener at Anfield.

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