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VVD scores last-minute winner as Isak makes Liverpool debut

Liverpool have only gone and done it again! For the fifth game in a row, the relentless Reds managed to win a game that appeared destined to end in a draw by netting a late winner. This time, captain Virgil van Dijk was Liverpool's hero, heading home a 92nd-minute corner from Dominik Szoboszlai to earn his side a 3-2 victory over Atletico Madrid at Anfield.

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Liverpool troll Newcastle with Isak & Van Dijk meeting video

Liverpool and Newcastle United's rivalry continues as the Magpies are trolled by a video of Alexander Isak and Virgil van Dijk meeting at training.

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Van Dijk 'incredibly proud' of special gesture from former team

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has been honoured by Willem II, with the Dutch club naming their youth academy’s main stand after him.

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Van Dijk tells 'simply bad' Netherlands to 'look in the mirror' after

Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk called on his team-mates to reflect and step up their game following a hard-fought 3-2 win over Lithuania.

Liverpool scout claims Guehi will replace Van Dijk

Ex-winger Stewart Downing joined Liverpool as a global talent scout earlier this year and expects Marc Guehi to arrive by January at the latest.

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Go get Guehi! Calamitous Konate could cost Liverpool the title

The France international played his part in last season's success but his start to the current campaign is too poor to ignore

'Wanted to help too much' - Guimaraes gives verdict on Gordon's costly red

Bruno Guimaraes believes Anthony Gordon "wanted to help too much" which led to his red card during Newcastle's loss to Liverpool. On the stroke of half-time, Gordon lunged clumsily into Virgil van Dijk’s right leg from behind, leaving the Liverpool captain in pain. What initially looked like a yellow-card offence was swiftly upgraded to a straight red after VAR intervention, leaving Eddie Howe’s side fighting an uphill battle.

Gordon issues public apology to VVD & insists 'my intentions were pure'

Newcastle star Anthony Gordon has issued a public apology to Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk for his horror red card tackle while insisting that his "intentions were pure". The 23-year-old was initially shown a yellow card, but referee Simon Hooper upgraded it to a straight red following a VAR review. It was a reckless challenge as Gordon’s studs raked the back of Van Dijk's calf.

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Van Dijk reveals what he said to Gordon after red card tackle

Virgil van Dijk has revealed what he said to Anthony Gordon after being on the receiving end of a tackle that landed the Newcastle star a red card.

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Gordon criticised for red card challenge on Van Dijk

Anthony Gordon was brutally criticised for his challenge on Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk which led to his sending off at the stroke of half-time, leaving Newcastle United down to ten players. In a moment madness, the English forward flew into Van Dijk's right leg from the back as the Reds defender was left with stud marks on his calf.

PFA Team of the Year announced as Bruno & Palmer miss out

Nottingham Forest stars Chris Wood and Matz Sels have been included in the 2024-25 PFA Team of the Year alongside Mohamed Salah and Alexander Isak.

Pep, Potter & the EPL's biggest winners and losers

The English top-flight roared back into action over the weekend, and plenty of talking points have emerged after just one round of matches

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Van Dijk admits Liverpool still grieving Jota

Virgil van Dijk has spoken about the struggles his Liverpool side faced beginning the new season as they continue to mourn the loss of Diogo Jota.

Van Dijk hails 'amazing' Chiesa

Federico Chiesa earned huge praise from Liverpool's captain after inspiring Friday night's opening Premier League win.

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📽️ | Van Dijk scores outrageous training ground goal

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.

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