“I Couldn’t Keep It… He Earned It More Than Me!” – Liverpool’s Rio Nguhoma STUNS Fans by Handing Over Man of the Match Award to Cody Gakpo
BREAKING NEWS: Emotions ran high after Liverpool’s dramatic 3-2 victory over Newcastle at St. James’ Park when Rio Nguhoma, who had been named Man of the Match, shocked everyone by giving his award to teammate Cody Gakpo.
Nguhoma, the hero who netted the late winner, refused to take the spotlight, instead declaring: “I’ve given the Man of the Match to him. He gave everything for us to win today.”
His gesture of humility has been hailed as one of the classiest moments of the season.
The Game in Focus
The clash had everything—drama, intensity, and a late twist. Newcastle started strong, putting Liverpool on the back foot with two goals. But as always, the Reds found a way back.
At the heart of the fightback was Cody Gakpo. He orchestrated play, tore through Newcastle’s defense with clever runs, tracked back tirelessly, and delivered crucial moments that shifted the game in Liverpool’s favor.
By the time Nguhoma sealed the win in the 89th minute, Gakpo had already proven himself the driving force.
Why Gakpo Deserved MOTM
* 9.5/10 rating, the best on the pitch
* Two key passes leading to Liverpool goals
* 93% passing accuracy under pressure
* Won 7 duels despite Newcastle’s aggression
Fans React
Social media exploded after Nguhoma’s unselfish act, with fans praising the sense of brotherhood:
* “This is what Liverpool is about—respect and unity.”
* “Nguhoma scored the winner but still handed the award to Gakpo? Legendary.”
* “Cody Gakpo was unplayable tonight—he deserved it.”
Even neutrals admired the gesture, calling it a rare show of humility in modern football.
Final Word
Liverpool’s thrilling win will be remembered not only for its late drama but also for the respect and unity shown on the pitch.
Nguhoma’s decision to give Gakpo the award underlined that at Liverpool, teamwork and humility shine just as brightly as the goals themselves.
