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Liverpool has two teenage strikers scoring for fun and making their mark

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And there's arguably one particular grievance that has echoed around Liverpool's Academy corridors far too frequently in recent seasons. "This was my career at the end of the day, so I had to decide whether I step up to the plate or not." Figueroa, who represents the United States at U20 level, has been selected for Liverpool's previous four Premier League 2 fixtures and spearheaded the attack during last week's thrilling 5-4 UEFA Youth League victory over Eintracht Frankfurt, having appeared as a substitute in this month's EFL Trophy loss to Crewe Alexandra.



"He has thoroughly deserved his opportunity to play," said Page. "He's been a credit.

"He's seen other players play and he's never grumbled once – well, maybe once or twice he's knocked on my door! We are seeing the game going more direct again in the Premier League, and he helps us achieve that.