Liverpool began their pre-season with a win, highlighted by an impressive display from a young player during Arne Slot’s first game as head coach.
The Reds claimed a 1-0 victory over Real Betis at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai scoring the only goal. Although the result was positive, Liverpool had difficulty finding their rhythm in the first half, and Wataru Endo faced notable criticism for his performance.
The team improved significantly after halftime due to a series of tactical changes and substitutions made by Slot. One key adjustment was the introduction of 17-year-old midfielder Trey Nyoni, who came on for the injured Curtis Jones around the 30-minute mark.
Nyoni won over fans with his poise and vision, delivering several sharp forward passes that energized Liverpool’s attacks. His performance received considerable acclaim, with many supporters calling for him to start in the next pre-season match against Arsenal on Thursday.
