Salah’s Late Penalty Keeps Liverpool’s Perfect Start Alive
Liverpool left it late but secured another dramatic victory in the Premier League, defeating Burnley 1–0 at Turf Moor.
How the Match Unfolded
The Reds struggled to break down a resilient Burnley side, and the game looked set to finish goalless. But deep into stoppage time, fortune turned Liverpool’s way:
In the 95th minute, Burnley’s Hannibal Mejbri was penalized for handball inside the box.
Mohamed Salah stepped up and calmly slotted home the spot-kick to seal all three points.
Burnley had earlier gone down to 10 men after Lesley Ugochukwu’s second yellow card, adding to their frustration.
Perfect Run Continues
This win means Liverpool have now:
Maintained a 100% record in the Premier League so far.
Continued their habit of scoring late winners, showing resilience and belief until the very last minute.
What’s Next?
Arne Slot’s side keep building momentum as title contenders, while Burnley are left to rue a missed chance for a big result at home. Liverpool’s knack for turning tight games into wins could prove vital in the long run.
