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VIDEO: 'I like a challenge!' - Virgil van Dijk scores outrageous training ground goal as Liverpool captain proves doubters wrong

V. van Dijk
Liverpool
Premier League

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk scored an outrageous goal during a training session, while claiming he 'likes a challenge'. The Reds skipper's recent performances have come under scrutiny after the club conceded in five of their six pre-season friendlies. At the same time, the English champions also squandered their lead twice and lost to Crystal Palace in the Community Shield.

  • Van Dijk scored an outrageous goal in training
  • Gave it back to critics
  • Liverpool face Bournemouth on Friday
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Amid criticism from certain quarters, the Dutch defender scored an outrageous goal in a Liverpool training session. Van Dijk was standing behind the goalpost as he tried to curl the ball into the net. The centre-back failed in his initial attempt but managed to score a brilliant goal with his second attempt. In between, the veteran defender was heard saying, "I like a challenge!".

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    After the Community Shield loss at Wembley, Van Dijk addressed their defensive shortcomings, while admitting they need to work hard as a team to emulate a performance like last season, where the Reds conceded just 41 goals in 38 Premier League matches. 

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    WHAT NEXT FOR LIVERPOOL?

    The defending champions will feature in the very first match of the 2025-26 Premier League campaign as they host Bournemouth on Friday.