Marie Höbinger reacts to 'special' goalscoring return for Liverpool Women

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Instead, it turned into something magical.A Dream Comeback at MelwoodFeaturing for the opening half of Liverpool’s second warm-up match of the summer, Höbinger looked like a player who had never been away. Smooth in possession and sharp in her movement, she capped off her return in fairytale fashion, guiding home a crisp, low strike to seal a 2-0 victory for Gareth Taylor’s side.“It was amazing, so happy to be back with my friends,” Höbinger told Liverpoolfc.com post-match, her smile reflecting the immense relief of a long journey completed.“It feels really good to play again but also be around the team again and feel like a normal football player.

I’m so happy to have such a good group around me.”Höbinger’s goal doubled Liverpool's lead five minutes before the interval, following Jenna Clark’s 36th-minute header. I also think that’s special.“Also the way they have celebrated the positive moments is so amazing.

The club has been aggressive in the transfer market, adding quality and depth across the board to ensure they are never caught short again.Optimism Ahead of the New WSL SeasonWith three weeks remaining before Liverpool kick off their 2026/27 Barclays Women's Super League season away to Charlton Athletic on September 6, Höbinger is energized by the fresh talent around her and the depth Taylor has constructed.“It’s a very new team for me as well, a lot has changed in the season I have missed. I think we look like a very strong team,” Höbinger concluded.“We have different strengths.