A thrilling season opener sees the Late Chiesa & Salah Strike lift Liverpool to a dramatic 4-2 victory over Bournemouth at Anfield, capped by tributes to Diogo Jota.
Liverpool kicked off their Premier League title defense with a dramatic 4-2 win over Bournemouth, thanks to a Late Chiesa & Salah Strike in the final minutes. The match began under a somber mood, with a minute of silence at Anfield honoring Diogo Jota and his brother, who tragically passed away in July. ReutersGeo.tv
New signing Hugo Ekitike made an immediate impact, scoring on his league debut in the 37th minute. Cody Gakpo extended the lead early in the second half. ReutersThe Liverpool Offside
Bournemouth, however, responded fiercely. Antoine Semenyo, despite enduring racist abuse, struck twice within 12 minutes—first in the 64th and again shortly after—to level the match and shock the home crowd. ReutersThe Guardian
Just when a draw loomed, the Late Chiesa & Salah Strike turned the game around. Federico Chiesa volleyed home in the 88th minute, and Mohamed Salah sealed the win in stoppage time with his 187th Premier League goal—tying Andy Cole for fourth on the all-time scoring list. ReutersGeo.tv
The emotional stakes were high: Salah dedicated his goal and celebration in tribute to Jota, joining fans in singing in his memory. ReutersTalkSport
