Liverpool began their pre-season with a win, highlighted by an impressive display from a young player in Arne Slot’s debut as head coach.
The Reds defeated Real Betis 1-0 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai scoring the only goal.
Despite the win, Liverpool struggled to find their rhythm in the first half, and Wataru Endo’s performance faced heavy criticism.
The team improved significantly in the second half, following tactical changes and substitutions by Slot. A key change was the introduction of 17-year-old midfielder Trey Nyoni, who replaced the injured Curtis Jones around the 30-minute mark.
Nyoni impressed fans with his composure and vision, making several incisive forward passes that energized Liverpool’s attacks.
His performance received significant praise, with many supporters calling for him to start in the next pre-season friendly against Arsenal on Thursday.
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