After throwing away a two-goal advantage against Bournemouth, Federico Chiesa stepped in to secure a 4-2 victory for Liverpool, marking an exciting start to the Premier League season. The Reds went ahead with two quick goals before Antoine Semenyo rallied Bournemouth back into the contest, especially after a stoppage due to reported racial abuse during the match.

Starting the season at Anfield was bittersweet for Liverpool, but new signing Hugo Ekitike shone, scoring and aiding the team’s performance. The crowd also paid tribute to Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away recently.

Chiesa took center stage, scoring shortly after entering the game, while Mohamed Salah added another goal to finalize the score. Liverpool’s Arne Slot deployed an effective lineup featuring four new joiners who contributed significantly, despite defensive frailties.

The incident involving Semenyo during the match attracted the league’s attention, as he bravely reported the abuse himself. After scoring two goals, Semenyo showed resilience despite the racial abuse incident overshadowing the match.

Looking ahead, Liverpool is set to face Newcastle United next week, with the spotlight on the emerging talents like Ekitike.