Liverpool continued their strong start to the Premier League season with a 2-0 victory over Ipswich Town at Portman Road, where Mohamed Salah added another milestone to his illustrious career. The Egyptian forward not only scored a goal but also provided an assist, marking the 9th time he is scoring in an opening day of the Premier League, further cementing his legacy at the club.
The first half ended without any goals, despite Liverpool’s dominance in possession. Ipswich, newly promoted to the top flight, managed to keep Liverpool at bay with solid defending but offered little going forward. Liverpool, however, broke the deadlock in the 60th minute. Salah, who had been relatively quiet, found space on the right and delivered a precise cross to Diogo Jota, who made no mistake in finding the back of the net.
Just five minutes later, Salah got on the scoresheet himself. A quick exchange of passes left him with a clear shot at goal, and he calmly slotted the ball past the Ipswich goalkeeper. This goal not only secured the win for Liverpool but also marked Salah’s 100th goal for the club away from Anfield, a remarkable achievement that shows his importance to the team.
Ipswich Town, for their part, struggled to cope with Liverpool’s pace and pressing. They managed only five shots, with two on target, compared to Liverpool’s 13 shots, three of which were on goal. The home side also saw three of their players booked as they tried to contain Liverpool’s relentless attack. Despite the loss, Ipswich’s defense, led by captain Luke Woolfenden, showed resilience, particularly in the first half.
Liverpool’s dominance was clear in the possession statistics, with 61% compared to Ipswich’s 39%. The visitors also had more corners and successful passes, showcasing their superior ball control and tactical discipline. With this win, Liverpool maintains momentum at the start of the season, while Ipswich will need to bounce back quickly as they adapt to the demands of Premier League football.
