Florian Wirtz wait comes to an end as Liverpool survive late scare to beat Wolves

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Liverpool Echo IconSportFootballLiverpool FCNeed to knowLiverpool secured all three points thanks to a 2-1 win over Wolves in the Premier League at AnfieldFlorian Wirtz celebrates after scoring for Liverpool vs Wolves(Image: AP Photo/Ian Hodgson)Everything you need to know as Liverpool survive late scare to beat Wolves at Anfield:Quickfire double: Liverpool broke a stubborn Wolves defence with two goals in just sixty seconds late in the first half. Ryan Gravenberch opened the scoring in the 41st minute before Florian Wirtz doubled the lead immediately after.Wirtz’s milestone goal: Summer signing Florian Wirtz finally ending his run without a goal by scoring his first-ever strike for the Reds.

Jota, who was a beloved figure at both Liverpool and Wolves, was honoured with a minute of applause and floral tributes.Gravenberch’s impact: Ryan Gravenberch continued his excellent form by finding the net after several missed opportunities by the team. He capitalised on a precise pass from Jeremie Frimpong to put Liverpool in front from inside the box.Wolves’ second-half fight: Despite trailing 2-0 at the break, Wolves made the match competitive when Santiago Bueno got a goal back in the 51st minute.

This strike ended Liverpool's hopes of a clean sheet and shifted the momentum for the remainder of the game.Nervy conclusion: The Reds struggled to regain their first-half dominance and were forced to defend resolutely during a frantic final thirty minutes. Conversely, the result left Wolves still searching for their first win of the season as they head into 2026.