Liverpool made it four wins from four this season with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor, thanks to a stoppage-time penalty from Mo Salah.
The match was far from straightforward. Burnley were organised and resolute, keeping Liverpool’s creative players quiet for most of the game. Despite dominating possession over 80% in the first half, the Reds struggled to create clear chances against Scott Parker’s packed defence.
Robertson, coming on for the booked Milos Kerkez, added energy down the left, while Gravenberch controlled the midfield. Szoboszlai and Gakpo had efforts blocked, and Dubravka made a few important saves to keep the game level.
Liverpool increased the tempo after the break, introducing Chiesa, Ngumoha, and Frimpong. Burnley continued to defend heroically, and moments like Dubravka’s save from Frimpong highlighted the difficulty Liverpool faced. The visitors finally gained the upper hand when Lesley Ugochukwu was shown a second yellow card in the 84th minute, reducing Burnley to ten men.
The decisive moment came deep into stoppage time. Frimpong’s cross struck Hannibal Mejbri’s outstretched arm on the edge of the area, and Michael Oliver pointed to the spot. Salah stepped up and calmly converted, giving Liverpool yet another last-minute victory.
Burnley can be proud of their disciplined performance, but Liverpool’s patience, persistence, and ability to deliver in the dying minutes once again secured all three points.
