Rio Ngumoha impresses Van Dijk as Liverpool beat Villarreal in Europe
Rio Ngumoha impressed in Liverpool’s 4-3 Champions League win over Villarreal, earning praise from captain Virgil van Dijk for being a constant threat. His performance showed he is adapting to playing on the right wing and matters as Liverpool build towards the high-pressing style their new coach Andoni Iraola wants.
The 18-year-old cut inside to shoot with his left foot and made a run that set up Alexis Mac Allister’s second goal. Van Dijk said Ngumoha had learned from senior players, including Mohamed Salah, and still had room to develop. Liverpool came back from 2-0 down after a poor start, with Van Dijk acknowledging his own early mistake as Villarreal initially took advantage.
- Ngumoha starred in Liverpool’s 4-3 comeback against Villarreal.
- Van Dijk praised his threat and learning from Salah.
- The performance showed progress under new coach Iraola.
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Originally published by The Guardian as “‘A complete threat’: Rio Ngumoha’s electric display excites Van Dijk and Liverpool”.