Nunez Scores Hat-Trick! Wirtz Shines on Liverpool Debut!
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Liverpool secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Stoke City in a behind-closed-doors friendly at the AXA Training Centre on Sunday. The match saw Florian Wirtz make his highly anticipated debut for the Reds following his club-record transfer.
Nunez's Early Fireworks
Darwin Nunez stole the show with a blistering hat-trick within the first 20 minutes. His clinical finishing and instinctive movement proved too much for the Stoke City defence. Nunez opened his account in the 6th minute, reacting quickly after Wirtz's pass to Szoboszlai was blocked. He then doubled his tally six minutes later, tapping in a Szoboszlai cross. Completing his hat-trick, Nunez converted a Curtis Jones delivery with ease.
Wirtz's Promising Debut
Florian Wirtz, the £116 million signing from Bayer Leverkusen, made his first appearance for Liverpool, playing the first half of the match. His presence in midfield added creativity and flair to the Liverpool attack. Although he didn't get on the scoresheet, his contribution was evident, with his attempted through ball playing a part in Nunez's first goal. Wirtz's debut is a positive sign for Liverpool as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Other Goalscorers
Rio Ngumoha also found the net with a deflected shot, adding to Liverpool's first-half dominance. Federico Chiesa completed the rout with a late goal, finishing off a well-worked move involving Gakpo and Frimpong. The victory showcased Liverpool's attacking depth and their ability to score from various sources.
Looking Ahead
This comfortable win provides a positive boost for Arne Slot's side as they continue their pre-season preparations. The performances of Nunez and Wirtz, in particular, will give fans reason to be optimistic about the season ahead. Liverpool will be looking to build on this victory and fine-tune their squad before the Premier League campaign begins.