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Liverpool defeated Athletic Bilbao 4-1 in a pre-season friendly match held at Anfield on August 4, 2025. The game was the first match of a double-header at the stadium and showcased promising performances from Liverpool’s squad.

The scoring began early with 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha opening the match with a stunning solo goal. His performance was noted for skillful play, including a memorable nutmeg on Bilbao’s defender Gorosabel. Following Ngumoha’s opener, Darwin Núñez added a goal, contributing to Liverpool’s dominant display in the first half.

Additional goals came from Ben Doak and Harvey Elliott, further extending Liverpool’s lead. Despite Athletic Bilbao’s efforts to counterattack, Liverpool’s defense held strong, with midfielder Nyoni intercepting key passes and managing critical defensive moments. Liverpool’s midfield, led by Mac Allister, also controlled the game pace and created multiple attacking opportunities.

During the match, a yellow card was issued to Rego from Bilbao following a harsh challenge on Liverpool’s Jones, who recovered to continue playing. The atmosphere at Anfield was electric, highlighted by a moment of applause and the singing of Diogo Jota’s song as a tribute from the fans and players.

The match concluded with Liverpool comfortably ahead at 4-1, setting a strong tone for the upcoming fixtures in their pre-season schedule. The youthful players’ performances, particularly that of Ngumoha, were among the key talking points from the game, suggesting promising prospects for Liverpool's squad depth and future talent integration.


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