Liverpool wonderkid condemns Newcastle United to last-minute defeat | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentNext articleIndependent Bulletin homepageSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleRichard JollyTuesday 26 August 2025 09:01 BSTArne Slot admits Liverpool 'lucky' to get over the line at NewcastleLiverpool secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Newcastle United, with a winning goal scored deep into stoppage time.Rio Ngumoha, aged 16 and making his Premier League debut, scored Liverpool's decisive third goal in the 100th minute, becoming the club's youngest ever goalscorer.Newcastle faced significant setbacks, including Anthony Gordon's red card for a reckless challenge and suspected injuries to key midfielders Sandro Tonali and Joelinton.Despite initially squandering a two-goal lead, Liverpool demonstrated resilience, with goals also coming from Ryan Gravenberch and Hugo Ekitike, who continued his impressive scoring run.The match highlighted Newcastle's ongoing struggles, particularly concerning their striker situation and the impact of the Isak saga, while Liverpool secured a crucial three points in a chaotic encounter.In fullRio Ngumoha’s decisive cameo inflicts heartbreak and defeat on suffering NewcastleThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in