Overview
- Teenager Rio Ngumoha opened the scoring within 90 seconds and Darwin Núñez doubled the lead minutes later
- Fans led an emotionally charged rendition of “You’ll Never Walk Alone” and displayed banners and scarves throughout the match to honor the brothers
- Manager Arne Slot said the evening was particularly emotional and stressed the club’s ongoing support for Jota’s family
- Captain Virgil van Dijk was sidelined by illness with Ryan Gravenberch and Cody Gakpo expected to start in the evening match
- The friendlies against Athletic Club serve as both pre-season preparation and a collective step in Liverpool’s healing process