Liputan6.com, Jakarta Liverpool secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Newcastle United in the Premier League.
The intense match took place on Monday, August 25, 2025, at St. James' Park, Newcastle's home ground.
The Reds' victory was decided by a late goal from 16-year-old debutant Rio Ngumoha.
The goal, in the final minutes of extra time, secured three crucial points for Liverpool in a tense match.
This result maintained Liverpool's perfect start to the 2025/2026 season and was one of the most thrilling matches of the second week of the Premier League.
Opening Goal and Controversial Red Card
Liverpool started the match with high intensity, seeking to dominate possession from the opening whistle.
Their efforts paid off in the 35th minute when Ryan Gravenberch scored the opening goal, giving the Reds a 1-0 lead.
However, drama ensued towards the end of the first half.
Newcastle's Anthony Gordon was sent off in the 45+3 minute after a hard tackle on Virgil van Dijk.
This decision, after a VAR review, changed the initial yellow card to a straight red.
Second Half: Liverpool Lead, Newcastle Comeback
Entering the second half, Liverpool managed to double their lead.
Hugo Ekitike, previously a Newcastle transfer target, scored the Reds' second goal in the 46th minute, making it 2-0 and seemingly securing the win.
Bruno Guimaraes scored with a header in the 57th minute, and Newcastle's momentum was further enhanced when William Osula equalized in the 88th minute.
This goal made the score 2-2 and seemingly secured a valuable point for the Magpies at home.
Rio Ngumoha's Dramatic Goal
As the match entered the final minutes of extra time, Liverpool made a crucial substitution.
Manager Arne Slot brought on 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha in the sixth minute of stoppage time.
Just four minutes after coming on, Ngumoha scored a stunning winner in the 90+10th minute.
The goal secured a 3-2 lead for Liverpool in a thrilling match, securing all three points.
This dramatic debut goal made Rio Ngumoha a new hero for Liverpool, and his name immediately became a topic of conversation.
This victory also confirmed Liverpool's dominance at the start of the 2025/2026 Premier League season, maintaining their 100% win record after two matches.