Liverpool’s new signing Hugo Ekitike has silenced early doubters in style, becoming the first Reds player since Daniel Sturridge in 2013 to score in each of his first three appearances for the club. The French forward found the net once again on Monday night, striking the decisive goal in Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Newcastle United at Anfield.
The young striker joined Liverpool this summer with questions surrounding his ability to adapt to the Premier League after an inconsistent spell at Paris Saint-Germain. Many critics predicted he would struggle to make an impact, but Ekitike has hit the ground running, delivering four goal contributions in just three outings.
His debut came in the Community Shield against Crystal Palace, where he scored to help Liverpool lift the first silverware of the season. He followed that up with another sharp finish against Bournemouth in the Reds’ opening league fixture, before producing his most important moment yet against Newcastle.
With the game finely poised, Ekitike showcased his poacher’s instinct, timing his run perfectly to slot home the winner and secure all three points for Jürgen Klopp’s side. The goal not only extended Liverpool’s perfect start to the season but also underlined Ekitike’s growing importance in the attack.
