Liverpool delivered yet another late twist in their perfect Premier League campaign as Mohamed Salah’s stoppage-time penalty sealed a dramatic 1-0 win over Burnley at Turf Moor.
The Reds looked destined to drop their first points of the season until substitute Hannibal Mejbri was adjudged to have handled Jeremie Frimpong’s cross deep into added time. With tension at boiling point, Salah stepped up and rifled the spot-kick past Martin Dubravka, sparking wild celebrations among the travelling fans.
The goal ensured Liverpool maintained their flawless start under new head coach Arne Slot, while leaving Burnley heartbroken for the second time this season after conceding another stoppage-time penalty—having suffered the same fate at Manchester United.
A Test of Patience
Liverpool controlled possession but struggled to break down a Burnley side resolute in defence. Slot opted to leave new £125m signing Alexander Isak out of the squad as he builds fitness, and in his absence the champions were repeatedly frustrated.
Dubravka produced a superb save to deny Dominik Szoboszlai midway through the second half, while substitute Federico Chiesa spurned a glorious chance seconds after coming on, heading wide from close range.
Burnley rarely threatened at the other end but battled with grit and organisation until their resistance was undone in the dying moments.
Late Drama Again
The home side’s task became even harder when Lesley Ugochukwu was dismissed six minutes from time after picking up a second yellow card for a foul on Florian Wirtz. Already booked for an earlier challenge on Alexis Mac Allister, the dismissal left Burnley hanging on.
Liverpool, who have now scored decisive goals inside the last 10 minutes in each of their Premier League fixtures this season, finally found a way through courtesy of Salah’s composure from the spot.
What’s Next?
The victory sees Liverpool maintain their perfect record under Slot, reinforcing their early title credentials. Burnley, meanwhile, will take pride in their resilience but must quickly regroup as they continue their search for points.
Source – My News Ghana
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