Liverpool defeated Newcastle 3-2 in the second round of the 2025/26 Premier League season, thanks to goals from Gravenberch, Ekitik, and Ngumoha. Liverpool captain Van Dijk expressed his hope that young striker Ngumoha, who helped the team to victory, would continue to work hard and remain humble.

In the 35th minute, Gakpo won the ball and passed it to Gravenberch outside the penalty area, scoring a long shot to help Liverpool take the lead 1-0. In the first half stoppage time, Gordon was shown a red card for tackling Van Dijk.

At the start of the second half, Gakpo's shot was blocked and Ekitik scored, helping Liverpool maintain their lead over Newcastle at 2-0. In the 57th minute, Livramento assisted Guimarães to score with a header, giving Newcastle a 1-2 lead.

In the 88th minute, Newcastle's attack was cleared, and then William Osula pushed the ball into the net over Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson, helping Newcastle equalize the score at 2-2. In the second half stoppage time, Salah made a cross from the penalty area, and Ngumoha seized the opportunity to volley in the goal.

In the end, Liverpool defeated Newcastle 3-2 at St. James' Park and achieved two consecutive victories.

Liverpool star Van Dijk said in an interview, "This is a difficult stadium to deal with. It is disappointing that we lost two goals in set pieces, which should not happen. But overall, it is really great to get 3 points. Now we have to look forward and focus on the next game."

"The opponent put us under a lot of pressure from free kicks and corners. They are very strong. If you look at the record of all the traditional top six teams here last season, only a few teams could beat them. This is always a difficult place to conquer, and this match was no different. I actually enjoyed the atmosphere, so I'm looking forward to this game. However, if we hadn't conceded a goal from a set piece, it might have been a little easier."

It is worth mentioning that this is also the first time that the 16-year-old Liverpool striker Ngumoha has participated in the Premier League, and he completed his debut with a goal.

Van Dijk said: "This is a dream debut for him. The goal combination is really wonderful and it is a perfect attack. We stayed calm in the final moments and looked for the right solution, and we did it. I am very happy for Rin Gumoha. I have told him that this is just the beginning and he must continue to work hard and stay humble."

"Of course he has to enjoy this moment because it's a very special day in his situation. I'm sure that with teammates like us, he will have a hard session when he returns to training and then keep going."