Rio Ngumoha says exactly the right thing after firing Liverpool to victory
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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesRio NgumohaLiverpool forward Rio Ngumoha was decisive as the Reds took a big step in the right direction against Fulham in the Premier League, handing Arne Slot a major boostRio Ngumoha celebrates scoring Liverpool's opening goal against Fulham in the Premier League(Image: Carl Recine/Getty Images)It was quite the afternoon for 17-year-old Liverpool forward Rio Ngumoha.Netting his side's opening goal against Fulham, he was the Reds' best performer on a day when Arne Slot was handed a huge boost. The clamor for Ngumoha to get more minutes is only going to increase, starting with the Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday, but for now, he is simply enjoying the moment — delighted with his excellent finish at the Anfield Road End."Coming to Anfield and getting three points, it's a great feeling," Ngumoha told Sky Sports.
"The atmosphere was great again, so it's a positive day."READ MORE: Liverpool player ratings, winners and losers vs Fulham as Rio Ngumoha and two more stand outREAD MORE: Arne Slot finds winning formula as Liverpool fans make feelings clear - 5 talking points vs FulhamScoring in the first half, Ngumoha's strike was quickly followed up by Mohamed Salah finding the back of the net. I've just got to keep working hard."Rio Ngumoha opened the scoring for Liverpool against Fulham(Image: Liverpool FC via Getty Images)After PSG, there will only be six games left of the season for Liverpool unless the Reds pull off a miraculous comeback against the Champions League holder.This win over Marco Silva's side, though, was a good indicator that Liverpool can get over the line and finish inside the top five spots this season, ensuring they are back in UEFA's top-tier competition again next term."Fulham has been a difficult opponent for us since I've been here, so we're happy with the win," Arne Slot said.Get LFC's 2025/26 season home and away kitsThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.
Learn moreFrom $100LFC.comSee the dealLiverpool's home and away strips for the 2025/26 season are the first in their new partnership with adidas.Fans can order jerseys in the US at Fanatics.com or via the LFC Online Store in both the US and across the world."This was a massive win not only for the league but looking forward to Tuesday, not only for the players but also for the fans."After a 4-0 loss and a 2-0 loss everybody could do with this win."One thing is clear is that on Tuesday we need our fans. Anfield has shown many times that it can lift the team to another level, and we need that again."Half an hour before the game the players need that support and need to feel it is going to be another special evening."Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCFulham FCPremier LeagueRio Ngumoha