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Rio Ngumoha backed to have ābig futureā at Liverpool
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Rio Ngumoha, a 17-year-old winger, impressed during his second Premier League start for Liverpool, scoring a stunning goal and assisting in another. Andy Robertson praised him, highlighting his potential for a bright future at the club.
Rio Ngumoha backed to have ābig futureā at Liverpool
Rio Ngumoha has a ābig futureā ahead of him at Liverpool after the teenager stole the show against Fulham on Saturday evening.
Andy Robertson was full of praise for the winger after he scored a stunning goal on just his second Premier League start for the Reds, cutting inside before unleashing a brilliant strike into the far-right corner of the net.
The 17-year-old was involved in Liverpoolās second goal of the day, switching the play at the edge of the box before the ball eventually arrived at the feet of Mo Salah, who scored with an immaculate first-touch finish.
Rio Ngumoha backed to have ābig futureā at Liverpool
āHe was unbelievable,ā Robertson told Sky Sports after the final whistle. āIt shows that sometimes donāt listen to the experienced players. Iām screaming, coming on the overlap and he goes and cuts inside.
āGreat finish and great performance. He just keeps learning and listening; heās such a great kid. Him and Trey [Nyoni] are a pleasure to work with. You can see them improving all the time.
āHe has a big future but the here and now is pretty good as well.ā
Ngumoha, who is now the third-youngest player to start and score in a Premier League match, will now be pushing for a place in the lineup against PSG on Tuesday night after helping Liverpool end a three-match losing streak.
āComing back to Anfield and getting three points, itās a great feeling,ā he said. āThe atmosphere was great again. Positive!ā
On his finish, Ngumoha added: āSpecial goal. Robbo made the overlap and created space and I cut inside. Aimed for the corner!ā
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Q&A
What did Rio Ngumoha achieve in his second Premier League start for Liverpool?
In his second Premier League start, Rio Ngumoha scored a stunning goal and assisted in another, showcasing his talent.
Who praised Rio Ngumoha after his performance against Fulham?
Andy Robertson praised Rio Ngumoha for his impressive performance, emphasizing his potential at Liverpool.
How old is Rio Ngumoha and what position does he play?
Rio Ngumoha is 17 years old and plays as a winger for Liverpool.
