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UCL: Nunez Scores As Liverpool Beat Leipzig To Extend Fine Start
Nunez, making his fourth start under Slot, netted in the 27th minute with a close-range finish, helping the Reds claim their 11th win in 12 matches across all competitions under their Dutch boss.
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The Uruguayan forward was a constant threat, coming close to a second goal before the break when his header was tipped over the bar by former Liverpool keeper Peter Gulacsi. Virgil van Dijk also saw a headed effort denied by Gulacsi after being left unmarked at a corner.
Liverpool controlled the game in Germany and appeared to have won a penalty when Nunez was clipped by Leipzig defender Willi Orban in the 38th minute, but the officials dismissed the appeal.
Despite some nervy moments, including goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher’s risky headed clearance that nearly allowed Benjamin Sesko to score, Liverpool maintained their composure. Kelleher redeemed himself with sharp saves from Sesko and Xavi Simons, while Leipzig had two goals disallowed for offside.
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The Reds managed the game well to secure their eighth straight win in all competitions, leaving them in a strong position ahead of Champions League home games against Bayer Leverkusen, coached by ex-Liverpool star Xabi Alonso, and 15-time champions Real Madrid.
Liverpool now joins Premier League rivals Aston Villa with a flawless record of three wins in Europe’s elite competition.
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