Liverpool Bounces Back with Win Over Fulham as Ngumoha Steals the Show

Liverpool ended their three-game losing streak with a 2-0 victory over Fulham, easing the pressure on manager Arne Slot. Rio Ngumoha made history as Liverpool's youngest Premier League goalscorer at Anfield, netting the opener at just 17 years and 225 days old. Mohamed Salah added a second goal, his first in the Premier League since November, to seal the win. The victory gives Liverpool a cushion in the race for a Champions League spot, with a four-point gap to Chelsea in sixth. Despite a rusty Fulham struggling to get going in the first half, Liverpool's win was not without its challenges, with Fulham dominating territory after the break. However, Liverpool's defense held firm, and the win marked a much-needed boost for Slot's side. Ngumoha's impressive performance earned him the Player of the Match award, with his goal being his first since his dramatic late winner at Newcastle in August. The 17-year-old's involvement in the second goal, picking out Gakpo who laid off for Salah to score, showcased his growing influence in the game. Liverpool boss Arne Slot praised Ngumoha's strengths, including his ability to dominate one-on-one situations, and expressed his delight at the team's deserved win.