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Szoboszlai's Late Penalty Secures Draw for Liverpool

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Szoboszlai's Late Penalty Secures Draw for Liverpool

On August 23, Liverpool faced Newcastle in a dramatic match where Szoboszlai scored a stoppage-time penalty to secure a 2-2 draw. Newcastle took an early lead in the fifth minute through Elanga, who finished well after being set up by Osula.

Despite Newcastle's aggressive pressing, Liverpool managed to equalize in the second half with a goal from Gakpo in the 55th minute. However, Newcastle quickly responded, with Willock restoring their lead just two minutes later.

As the match progressed, Liverpool seemed on the brink of defeat until Szoboszlai was awarded a penalty in the ninth minute of added time after Munoz was fouled by Hall in the box. Szoboszlai converted the penalty, sending the ball into the roof of the net, which led to celebrations among Liverpool players and supporters.

This result left Newcastle with only one point despite their strong performance.

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