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Wirtz Nets First Liverpool Goal in 3-1 Friendly Win Over Yokohama

The result evens Liverpool’s Asia tour record to one victory, one defeat

Overview

  • Asahi Uenaka opened the scoring in the 55th minute for Yokohama F. Marinos before Liverpool hit back.
  • Florian Wirtz leveled the match in the 62nd minute to register his maiden goal for the club.
  • Trey Nyoni struck from a Jeremie Frimpong assist in the 68th minute and Rio Ngumoha wrapped up the victory with an 87th-minute finish.
  • Hugo Ekitiké made his first appearance for Liverpool but was substituted at halftime after missing chances alongside senior forwards.
  • Manager Arne Slot rotated senior stars, new signings and academy prospects to assess squad depth following a 2-4 loss to AC Milan four days earlier.