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Firmino says goodbye to Anfield with 89th minute Liverpool equalizer

Goodbyes are hard, but Firmino’s was just about perfect

Roberto Firmino knows how to say a proper goodbye.

After eight seasons and over 250 games, the Brazilian forward stepped onto the pitch at Anfield for the final time. It wasn’t an easy farewell, though: Liverpool trailed visiting Aston Villa 1-0, and Firmino came on in the 72nd minute with his club needing a goal to keep faint hopes of a Champions League place alive.

It was hard sledding, as Villa protected its lead with an uber-compact shape and an emphasis on risk aversion. And why not? A win would have kept Unai Emery’s side in with the slightest of hopes of sneaking into Europe at Liverpool’s expense.

However, with stoppage time looming, Firmino — a beloved figure at Liverpool whose summer departure was confirmed months ago — made a hard near-post run, throwing himself at Mohamed Salah’s outside-of-the-foot delivery to steer home what may be a critical goal for the Reds.

The late equalizer means Liverpool — with one more win and two losses by either Newcastle or Manchester United — could sneak into the Champions League.

Naturally, Reds fans had a lot to say about a player who signed off at Anfield in the best way possible.

Rangers’ USMNT pair gets good view as Mo Salah scores record-breaking Champions League hat trick

It’s probably for the best that Sands and Tillman didn’t play in this one

Maybe Rangers should have put James Sands and Malik Tillman in?

Liverpool had a very rare sort of comeback win in the Champions League Wednesday, turning a 1-0 deficit into a 7-1 victory thanks in no small part to Mohamed Salah scoring a hat trick in all of six minutes and 12 seconds.

Rangers scored their first group stage goal in the 17th minute to take the lead at Ibrox, and though Roberto Firmino replied seven minutes later, the Scottish club — with both Sands and Tillman on the bench — got into halftime with the scores level.

Unfortunately for Rangers, the referees and Liverpool decided to play the second half rather than simply letting everyone go home early. Firmino struck again in the 55th minute, followed by a goal from Darwin Núñez, as Liverpool looked to be cruising to a win.

However, things were about to get worse for Rangers. Salah hadn’t even entered the game at that point, only entering the fray to replace Núñez after the Uruguayan had finished celebrating his goal.

With the clock reading 74:43, Salah took his first step towards a new Champions League record, stabbing a left-footed shot past Allan McGregor from an acute angle to make it 4-1.

The Egyptian star then added Liverpool’s fifth in the 80th minute, with a sneaky shot that used the scrambling Rangers defense as a screen. 96 seconds later, he had his hat trick, characteristically curling home from the right side of the box as the clock ticked over to 80:55.

Salah broke Bafétimbi Gomis’ 11-year-old record, as the French striker had scored an eight-minute hat trick for Lyon against Dinamo Zagreb back in 2011.

For Rangers, who ended up not putting Sands or Tillman into the match at all, it’s been a rough return to the Champions League. They are one of two teams to have lost all four of their matches, and Viktoria Plzen’s -13 goal difference in Group C is slightly better than the -15 mark Rangers has in Group A.

Watch Salah make Champions League history

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For a minute there, Bournemouth almost got a result against Liverpool

Tough one, Bournemouth, but it was a good try

Liverpool eventually found a way to beat Bournemouth, but for a moment, it really looked like it might be a close one.

Sure, Liverpool won 9-0 on Saturday, tying the Premier League record for margin of victory. The Reds got goals from seven different sources, with both Luis Díaz and Roberto Firmino scoring twice. Liverpool started the game with a negative goal difference, and finished it tied with Manchester City’s for the best mark in the league.

But still, for 148 tense seconds, Bournemouth gave as good as they got. It was only then, in the third minute—you know, the late stages of a game—that their stout resistance was broken by Díaz.

Bournemouth gamely hung on, keeping it close for an impressive three more minutes before Liverpool struck again, this time on a Harvey Elliott strike from 19 yards.

Bournemouth had given their all for nearly six minutes, but ultimately it wasn’t enough as lucky Liverpool kept somehow seeing their shots find their way into the goal. It was 5-0 at halftime, and when the teams came out for the second half, Bournemouth’s comeback hopes were undone by a nearly immediate own goal.

Bournemouth settled into a groove, though, only conceding once in the next 34 minutes. That had to be very worrying for Liverpool, who scored two more goals before full time just to make sure Bournemouth wouldn’t produce a dramatic finish.

Watch several of Liverpool’s many goals vs. Bournemouth

 

Liverpool con un pie en cuartos de final de la Champions League

El Liverpool sentenció su eliminatoria de visitante y el Bayern Munich tendrá que trabajar horas extra para finiquitar su serie

El Liverpool consiguió un contundente 0-2 en su visita al San Siro ante el Inter que ahora ve muy complicada su clasificación a la siguiente ronda.

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El equipo inglés dominó las acciones de principio a fin y aunque parecía que el Inter conseguía la igualada sin goles, finalmente en la segunda mitad, muy cerca del final, vino el tanto de Roberto Firmino para abrir el marcador y posteriormente el de Mohamed Salah para finiquitar el encuentro.

En el otro encuentro del día, el Bayern Munich rescató un empate a 1-1 ante el RB Salzburg con gol de Kingsley Coman al minuto 90 para llevarse la igualada al juego de vuelta en el Allianz Arena de Munich.

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Podría decirse que el Liverpool sentenció su eliminatoria de visitante y que el Bayern Munich tendrá que trabajar horas extra para finiquitar la serie ante el Salzburg que tiene muy cuesta arriba el juego de vuelta.

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¡Raúl no! Premier League prohibe viajes a eliminatorias por pandemia

La premier Legaue votó a favor de prohibir viajes internacionales a los futbolistas que acudan a países en la “lista roja” por la pandemia

La Premier League es una liga ejemplar y lo vuelve a demostrar al prohibir viajes internacionales a los futbolistas que acudan a países en la “lista roja” del gobierno británico por la pandemia de covid, entre ellos, México y todo Sudamérica.

“Los clubes de la Premier League han decidido hoy a regañadientes, pero por unanimidad, no liberar jugadores para los partidos internacionales que se jugarán en los países de la lista roja el próximo mes”, se informó en el comunicado emitido por la liga inglesa.

Casi 60 jugadores de 19 clubes de la Premier League no podrán acudir con sus selecciones para la próxima fecha FIFA que viajarían a 26 países de la llamada lista roja.

La cuarentena obligatoria de 10 días posterior a su viaje sería la razón principal por la que la Premier League ha prohibido por unanimidad los viajes de los futbolistas, pues no solo disminuirá su forma física, se perderán dos fechas de Premier League, una jornada de clubes de UEFA y la tercera ronda de la Copa EFL.

Conmebol y Concacaf sin jugadores de la Premier League

México por supuesto se pierde la presencia de Raúl Jiménez quien ya tuvo actividad con los Wolves tras su lesión de cráneo. Pero su primer rival se ve mas afectado, Jamaica se queda prácticamente sin medio equipo y Estados Unidos sin Christian Pulisic del Chelsea, entre varios futbolistas más.

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En Conmebol también es un problema, sobre todo para la selección brasileña que se pierde a figuras como Allison Becker, Roberto Firmino y Gabriel Jesus, entre varios más.

Argentina, Uruguay, Colombia, Chile y Ecuador también pierden importantes figuras, aunque no todo está definido, una cosa es lo que la Premier Legue quiera y otra muy diferente lo que la FIFA determine, hasta el momento no hay un pronunciamiento oficial de la oficina de Gianni Infantino, pero lo habrá.

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Manchester City vs. Liverpool Live Stream, Premier League Lineups, TV Channel, Start Time

The champions of England will take the field against second-placed Manchester City tonight, stream it here!

Liverpool will enter this game as champions of England when they take the field against Manchester City at Etihad Stadium. This is also the first time Liverpool has taken the field as reigning champions of England since 1991.

Manchester City is not the type of club to sit down for any team and would love a victory against Liverpool in this one.

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Manchester City vs. Liverpool

  • When: Wednesday, July 2
  • Time: 3:10 p.m. ET
  • TV Channel: NBCSN, NBC Universo
  • Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

Expect a bevy of goals in this match as Manchester City will want to show up and prove a point to the champions, Liverpool. They were dethroned and that does not sit well with Pep Guardiola or his squad. Liverpool has been very impressive this year and this should be a fantastic match to watch live!

Man City possible starting lineup: Ederson; Walker, Otamendi, Laporte, Mendy; De Bruyne, Rodri, Foden; Bernardo, Jesus, Sterling

Liverpool possible starting lineup: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, Van Dijk, Robertson; Henderson, Fabinho, Wijnaldum; Salah, Firmino, Mane

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How to Watch Norwich City vs. Liverpool, Premier League Live Stream, Schedule, TV Channel, Start Time

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After a rare break, the Premier League resumes with Liverpool still on track for history. The next obstacle in the Reds path toward immortality is a trip to Carrow Road to take on the bottom of the table Norwich City. With just 13 league matches remaining in the season, Jurgen Klopp’s side can feel the title of “The Invincibles” inching closer. 

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Norwich City vs. Liverpool 

  • When: Saturday, February 15
  • Time: 12:30 p.m. ET
  • TV: NBCSN
  • Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

On paper, this match should be nothing but a formality, another easy victory for Liverpool to stack up onto the enormous pile its already collected. However, it’s two full weeks since the league leader has played a competitive match. While rest is always important, especially during a long and grueling season, rust is always a possibility when returning from time off. On no planet should Norwich City, a team dead last in the Premier League, have any chance of beating the most in-form team we’ve possibly ever seen. 

Rust isn’t the only worry for Liverpool as it looks to keep its unbeaten season intact. Complacency is also a challenge. Going away from home is never easy. If the Reds don’t come out focused, there’s always the chance the team could be blindsided by a team who is gunning to knock Liverpool off its perch. We’ve seen it time and time again in this sport when massive underdogs, who aren’t given any chance, pull off the unlikely result. Liverpool must come in ready or chance the same fate. 

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How to Watch Monterrey vs. Liverpool, FIFA Club World Cup Semifinal Live Stream, Schedule, TV Channel, Start Time

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Liverpool’s quest to win its maiden FIFA Club World Cup begins on Wednesday when the kings of Europe will face 2019 CONCACAF Champions League winners Monterrey in Doha, Qatar.

The winner of the semifinal will advance to face Flamengo in the 2019 Club World Cup decider on Saturday after the team defeated Al-Hilal 3-1 Tuesday evening.

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Monterrey vs. Liverpool 

When: Wednesday, December 28

Time: 12:30 p.m. ET

TV: FS2

Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

Liverpool lost 1-0 to Brazilian outfit Sao Paulo when the team made its only previous appearance in a Club World Cup final in 2005, but much has changed for the Merseysiders more than a decade later.

The Reds have never faced Monterrey, and both teams will hope to use that element of surprise as they look to be crowned as the first non-Spanish FIFA Club World Cup winners since Bayern Munich in 2013.

Qatar has come under scrutiny as hosts of the tournament for the first time, largely due to the fact that a missed test at an alternative venue means each of the last five matches will be played at Khalifa International Stadium in Doha.

North American representatives Monterrey are not to be overlooked since manager Antonio Mohamed drastically turned the team’s form around following his reappointment in October. 

Los Rayados lost five of their eight games before Mohamed returned for his second stint with the club, but Monterrey is unbeaten in 14 matches since then and will face Club America in the Liga MX final later this month.

Former Tottenham Hotspur striker Vincent Janssen is out of action for Monterrey due to injury, while a ruptured Achilles will prevent winger Aviles Hurtado from participating. Liverpool may be at risk of falling complacent facing opposition slightly below its usual pedigree, but the strength of the squad in Doha is evidence that the Merseysiders mean business.

Georginio Wijnaldum is unfit for the semis, while star centre-back Virgil van Dijk is fine ahead of Wednesday’s clash. The manager may decide to rest some star names like Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino from his XI in their first outing, with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlin, Divock Origi and midfielder Naby Keita are each vying for starts.

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FC Salzburg vs. Liverpool Live Stream, Schedule, US TV Channel, Start Time, How to Watch UEFA Champions League

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The kings of Europe look to take a big step towards retaining their crown as Liverpool needs a result in the final round of group stage matches to clinch a spot in the Round of 16. FC Salzburg, the surprise troublemakers of Group E, hosts the defending champions looking to pull off a win for the ages. 

FC Salzburg vs. Liverpool

Date: Tues. December 10

Time: 1:00 PM ET

TV Channel: TNT, TUDN

Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

It’s hard to fault Liverpool for not having its knockout round ticket punched already. Usually, three wins, a draw, and a loss would be enough, but Salzburg getting some unexpected results has made matters more difficult for the two group favorites. FC Salzburg even made Liverpool sweat at Anfield in the first meeting, pulling level 3-3 after an hour, before succumbing to the champions far superior talent. 

Jurgen Klopp’s side is absolutely strolling in the Premier League with an eight-point advantage over second-place Leicester City. You can bet the team’s full focus will be on earning its spot in the next round. 

The dynamic duo of Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah has led Liverpool’s attack with five of the club’s 11 goals in the group stage so far. Interestingly, Salzburg actually has a better goal differential than the Reds through its five group matches. 

A big part of that is the team’s 19-year-old striking phenom Erling Braut Håland banging in eight goals in the competition so far. The youngster has attracted the attention of some of the biggest clubs in Europe thanks to his scoring exploits. If Salzburg has any chance of pulling off the massive upset, it’ll need the Norwegian to have the game of his life. 

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How to Watch UEFA Champions League, Inter Milan vs. Barcelona & Chelsea vs. Lille Live Stream, Schedule, US TV Channel, Start Time

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The final round of Champions League group stage matches is upon us. By the end of this week, we’ll know the 16 remaining teams left to battle it out for European club soccer’s biggest crown. Six of the eight groups still have at least one place in the Round of 16 yet to be decided. 

UEFA Champions League

  • Date: Tues. Dec. 10 – Wed. Dec. 11
  • TV Channel: TUDN, TNT
  • Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

Groups A and B are set in stone as far as this competition goes. PSG has won Group A with Real Madrid clinching the second spot. Bayern Munich takes the top spot in Group B with Tottenham Hotspur punching its ticket as well. 

Manchester City ran away with Group C, while Shakhtar Donetsk and Dinamo Zagreb still have a chance at runner-up status. Shakhtar has the inside edge as it plays last-place Atalanta, while Dinamo plays City. 

Group D winners Juventus will play a big role in deciding who gets the second spot. It plays Bayer Leverkusen, who is just one point behind Atletico Madrid. Diego Simeone’s side goes up against Lokomotiv Moskow. 

Reigning European champions Liverpool have secured Group E, while surprising Red Bull Salzburg will make Napoli sweat on the last day. The Italians have a two-point cushion coming into play, but still have some work to do when playing Genk. 

Borussia Dortmund and Inter Milan are neck-and-neck in Group F on seven points. Unfortunately for Antonio Conte’s Inter, it must play group winners Barcelona, while Dortmund gets to play Slavia Praha for its place in the knockout rounds. 

Meanwhile, Groups G and H are both wide open with no team clinching a spot in the Round of 16 yet. It should be tense moments in both, as three different teams in each group have a chance to advance, while one will be sent to the Europa League.  

Matchday 6 TV Schedule

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Tuesday, December 10: 

Red Bull Salzburg vs. Liverpool, 12:55 p.m. ET (TNT)

Napoli vs. Genk, 12:55 p.m. ET (Galavision)

Barcelona vs. Inter Milan, 3:00 p.m. ET (TNT) 

Ajax vs. Valencia, 3:00 p.m. ET (Galavision)

Chelsea vs. Lille, 3:00 p.m. ET (TUDNextra 1)

Borussia Dortmund vs. Slavia Praha, 3:00 p.m. ET (TUDNextra 2)

Lyon vs. RB Leipzig, 3:00 p.m. ET (TUDNextra 3)

Benfica vs. Zenit St. Petersburg, 3:00 p.m. ET (TUDNextra 4)

Wednesday, December 11:

Manchester City vs. Dinamo Zagreb, 12:55 p.m. ET (TNT)

Shakhtar Donetsk vs. Atalanta, 12:55 p.m. ET (Galavision)

Bayer Leverkusen vs. Juventus, 3:00 p.m. ET (TNT)

Club Brugge vs. Real Madrid, 3:00 p.m. ET (TUDN)

Atletico Madrid vs. Lokomotiv Moskow, 3:00 p.m. ET (TUDNextra 1)

Bayern Munich vs. Tottenham Hotspur, 3:00 p.m. ET (TUDNextra 2)

PSG vs. Galatasaray, 3:00 p.m. ET (TUDNextra 3)

Olympiacos vs. Red Star Belgrade, 3:00 p.m. (TUDNextra 4)

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