We are into half-time at Anfield, and it’s all Liverpool so far. The Reds head into the break with a commanding 3-0 lead, the third coming in chaotic fashion as Alex Padilla turns it into his own net under pressure in the 42nd minute.
We are into half-time at Anfield, and it’s all Liverpool so far. The Reds head into the break with a commanding 3-0 lead, the third coming in chaotic fashion as Alex Padilla turns it into his own net under pressure in the 42nd minute.
Earlier, Rio Ngumoha lit up the game with a brilliant opener before setting up Darwin Núñez for the second. Los Leones look stunned, and the hosts are in full control heading into the second half.
Gorka Guruzeta gets a bit too physical chasing down Curtis Jones, who shields the ball smartly in his own half. The Liverpool midfielder hits the deck, and the referee blows for a free kick. The Reds calmly reset from the back.
First booking of the evening. Alejandro Rego goes into the book for a clumsy challenge, late, reckless, and no complaints from anyone in red. Liverpool have a free kick and a chance to swing it in.
A little too eager from Rio Ngumoha there as he clips Andoni Gorosabel while pressing high. Free kick to Los Leones deep in their own half, a brief breather for the visitors as they try to slow down the Red tide.
Darwin Nunez makes it two. A sharp move ends with Rio Ngumoha nodding it into the danger zone, and Nunez pounces from close range, slotting it low with his left foot. The Reds are flying, and Los Leones look shell-shocked.
We’ve kicked off at Anfield and Liverpool are already turning up the heat! Just two minutes in, young Rio Ngumoha announces himself with a stunning strike from outside the box, right-footed, low and lethal into the bottom corner after a smooth setup from Alexis Mac Allister.
Liverpool 1, Athletic Club 0, and the home fans are loving it. Moments later, Curtis Jones gets clattered on the right wing by Mikel Vesga, drawing a free-kick. The Reds are full of energy and looking dangerous every time they push forward.
The Liverpool vs Athletic Bilbao pre-season friendly match will be live-streamed on All Reds Video via the Liverpool website. It will also be available on LFCTV.
We’re back with another live blog as Liverpool take on Athletic Bilbao in a rare preseason doubleheader at Anfield. Two matches, plenty of action, stay tuned for all the live updates.