Liverpool secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor on September 14, 2025, with a stoppage-time penalty converted by Mohamed Salah. The goal came in the 95th minute after Burnley’s Hannibal Mejbri was penalised for a handball in the box. This gave Liverpool their fourth win in four Premier League matches, all decided in the final 10 minutes.
Burnley’s Resolute Defence and Key Moments
Burnley, who played with 10 men from the 84th minute after Lesley Ugochukwu received a second yellow card, defended strongly. They frustrated Liverpool for most of the match, especially during the first half, where the visitors dominated possession but rarely threatened. Liverpool nonetheless increased pressure in the second half, prompting several chances before the decisive penalty.
Salah’s Milestone and Liverpool’s Record Stretch
Salah’s penalty did not just win the game; it marked his 188th Premier League goal, moving him ahead of Andrew Cole into fourth place on the all-time scoring list. With this result, Liverpool also became the first team in Premier League history to win their opening four matches via match-winning goals scored in the last 10 minutes or later.
What This Win Means for Both Teams
For Liverpool, this result adds another three points and momentum under pressure. Their ability to grind out results, even when not at their fluent best, shows resilience. For Burnley, despite the loss, they will draw encouragement from their defensive display, especially after going down to 10 men. Their fight nearly secured a draw until very late in the game.
Looking Ahead
Liverpool will need to improve their attacking cohesion as tougher matches approach, but they head into the next fixtures boosted by confidence. Burnley must reflect on the fine margins that cost them a point, especially focusing on discipline and ways to safeguard against late breakdowns. With such tight outcomes, both sides know that small details will make big differences as the season unfolds.
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